The American Academy of Dermatology has released a new video explaining how to conduct a skin cancer self-exam. The most common cancer in the United States, it is estimated that one in five Americans will be diagnosed with skin cancer at some point in their lives.
The video identifies 5 key identifying skin factors to be aware of, particularly when checking moles for melanoma, the most deadly type of skin cancer: asymmmetry of a spot; irregular, poorly defined border; spots of varying colors, diameter, and whether or not the mole or spot is evolving. According to dermatologist Dr. Thomas Rohrer, "examining your skin only takes a few minutes, but it could save your life."
Click here to view the video and learn more.
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