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Annual skin checks are important for
you and your family.
Are You At Risk For Skin Cancer?
If you, or someone you know, can check off one or more of these, you might be at an increased risk for skin cancer.
I am over the age of 60
I have more than 50 moles on my body
I have light skin, blue or green eyes, or naturally blond or red hair
I have had at least one blistering sunburn at some point in my life
I have a history of indoor tanning
I have a family history of skin cancer
I have unusual or new spot(s) on my skin or a spot(s) that has disappeared and come back
I have more than 50 moles on my body
I have light skin, blue or green eyes, or naturally blond or red hair
I have had at least one blistering sunburn at some point in my life
I have a history of indoor tanning
I have a family history of skin cancer
I have unusual or new spot(s) on my skin or a spot(s) that has disappeared and come back
Dermatology & Mohs Surgery specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer.
Answer yes to one or more of these?
You can request a skin check appointment now or call (215)-345-MOHS today!
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The ABCDE's of Melanoma
Asymmetrical Shape
Often irregular, not symmetrical, in shape.
Border
Irregular borders that are hard to define
Color
If there is more than one color (blue, black, brown, tan, etc.) or an uneven distribution of color.
Diameter
Often greater than 6 millimeters in diameter (approx. the size of a pencil eraser).
Evolution
Making a note of the changes to moles and marks on your body is important.