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Skin Cancer Symptoms: What You Should Look For


Images of Skin Cancer: Asymmetry

A=Asymmetry
One half unlike the other half. 

Images of Skin Cancer: Border

B=Border
Irregular, scalloped or poorly defined border.

Images of Skin Cancer: Color

C=Color
Varied from one area to another; shades of tan and brown, black; sometimes white, red or blue.

Images of Skin Cancer: Diameter  

 D=Diameter
 Larger than 6 mm (millimeters) as a rule (approximately the diameter of a pencil eraser).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Skin Cancer Symptoms: What you Should Look For

Many people aren't sure what makes a mole "suspicious," so doctors have created the ABCDs of skin cancer symptoms to help. 

Use the images of skin cancer to the left to help determine whether your mole needs to be seen by a professional.

If you have any doubts about a mole or your skin, see a dermatologist or schedule a cancer screening at Moffitt. Remember, early detection and surgical removal of melanoma offers an excellent chance of a cure.  

 

Book A Skin Cancer Screening At Moffitt

 

Additional Links

Melanoma & Skin Cancer Treatment Information

Basal Cell Carcinoma

Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Moffitt's Cutaneous Oncology (Skin Cancer) Program

UVA & UVB Facts

Sun Safety Tips 

Sunscreen Recommendations

 

 



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