May is Melanoma Awareness Month…Do You Know the ABCDE’s of Melanoma
- Posted on: May 1 2018
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Please be aware of the ABCDE’s of Melanoma:
A=Asymmetry-Is one half different than the other half
B=Border-Is the border poorly defined or irregular
C=Color-Is the color varied from one area to another, shades of tan, brown and black but also sometimes white, red or blue
D=Diameter-Melanomas are usually greater than 6mm when diagnosed but can be smaller
E=Evolving-Is the mole/skin lesion different looking than the rest or is it changing in size, shape or color
Have fun in the sun but always protect yourself!
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