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Annual skin checks are important for
you and your family.
Are You At Risk For Skin Cancer?
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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
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Asymmetrical Shape
Often irregular, not symmetrical, in shape.
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Border
Irregular borders that are hard to define
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Color
If there is more than one color (blue, black, brown, tan, etc.) or an uneven distribution of color.
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Diameter
Often greater than 6 millimeters in diameter (approx. the size of a pencil eraser).
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Evolution
Making a note of the changes to moles and marks on your body is important.