How to Conduct Skin Self-Examination?
Checking your skin means taking note of all the spots on your body, from moles to freckles to age spots. Skin cancer can develop anywhere on the skin and is one of the few cancers you can usually see on your skin. Ask someone for help when checking your skin, especially in hard to see places.
Step 1
Examine body front and back in mirror, especially legs.
Step 2
Bend elbows, look carefully at forearms, back of upper arms, and palms.
Step 3
Look at feet, spaces between toes and soles.
Step 4
Mine back of neck and scalp with a hand mirror. Part hair and lift.
Step 5
Finally, check back and buttocks with a hand mirror.
Which skin conditions require evaluation?
Assymetry
A visible difference from one part of the neoplasm to the other.
Borders
Moles with uneven borders or "torn" edges.
Colors
Moles with uneven color, or two or more colors.
Diameter
Moles with a diameter of more than 5 mm.
Evolving
Moles have noticeably increased in size in the last 2-3 months.
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