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Q: What are the warning signs of skin cancer?

Q: What are the warning signs of skin cancer?. The ABCDEs of Melanoma. One half is unlike the other half. I rregularity – edges are ragged or blurred. The ABCDEs of Melanoma. Varies from one area to another. Usually > 6mm when diagnosed, but can be smaller. The ABCDEs of Melanoma.

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Q: What are the warning signs of skin cancer?

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  1. Q: What are the warning signs of skin cancer?

  2. The ABCDEs of Melanoma One half is unlike the other half. Irregularity – edges are ragged or blurred

  3. The ABCDEs of Melanoma Varies from one area to another Usually > 6mm when diagnosed, but can be smaller

  4. The ABCDEs of Melanoma A mole or skin lesion that looks different from the rest or is changing in size, shape or color. If you notice anything on your skin changing, itching or bleeding, see a board-certified dermatologist.

  5. Q: How many Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer in their lifetimes?

  6. 1 in 5. Plus, 1 person dies from melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, every hour.

  7. Q: True or False: Melanoma can occur anywhere on your body.

  8. True. Skin cancer can occur anywhere on the body, even places where the sun doesn’t shine, such as the soles of the feet, or in the nose or mouth. In fact, in people of color 30 to 40% of melanomas are diagnosed on the bottom of the foot.

  9. Q: True or False: Skin cancer can be effectively treated when caught early.

  10. True, when detected early and treated properly, skin cancer is highly curable.

  11. To learn more about skin cancer detection and prevention, visit www.SPOTSkinCancer.org for: • Instructions on how to perform a skin self-exam • A free body mole map to help track your spots • Locating a free American Academy of Dermatology skin cancer screening near you

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