I just had a few spots cut/dug out... we'll see.. check yourself out... have moles checked.. VA Dr ignored my request to have them checked... I went to a private Dr... he took action...
http://www.skincancer.org/
http://www.skincancer.org/the-abcdes-of-melanoma.html
The ABCDEs of Melanoma
Warning Signs: The ABCDEs of Melanoma
Moles, brown spots and growths on the skin are usually harmless — but not always. Anyone who has more than 100 moles is at greater risk for melanoma. The first signs can appear in one or more atypical moles. That's why it's so important to get to know your skin very well and to recognize any changes in the moles on your body. Look for the ABCDEs of melanoma, and if you see one or more, make an appointment with a physician immediately.
Asymmetry
If you draw a line through this mole, the two halves will not match.
Border
The borders of an early melanoma tend to be uneven. The edges may be scalloped or notched.
Color
Having a variety of colors is another warning signal. A number of different shades of brown, tan or black could appear. A melanoma may also become red, blue or some other color.
Diameter
Melanomas usually are larger in diameter than the size of the eraser on your pencil (1/4 inch or 6 mm), but they may sometimes be smaller when first detected.
Evolving
Any change — in size, shape, color, elevation, or another trait, or any new symptom such as bleeding, itching or crusting — points to danger.
The ABCDEs of Melanoma go take a look at the pictures of the moles so you will have an idea on what the article is talking about
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
The ABCDEs of Melanoma
