In addition to limiting your exposure to the sun and using sunscreens, examining yourself for moles may reduce your chances of developing Melanoma (cancer) or allow early detection and treatment. So go for a mole check with Sundoctors, they are well known for cancer treatment and Mole check Sydney.
Why Check My Skin For Moles?
Skin is the largest organ in the human body and it is one of the few organs which you can see. Being proactive about preventing skin cancer is necessary for your health. This is true if –
● You have a fair skin
● You have large number of moles on your body
● Your immediate family members have a large number of Moles, typical moles, or a history of skin cancer.
Dermatologists recommend that you should examine your skin every month. Most moles are noncancerous. If you notice changes in a mole color or appearance get your mole evaluated by a dermatologist. You should have moles checked, if they bleed, itch, appear scaly, or become tender or painful.
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How Should I Examine My Skin For Moles?
– Perform self-examination of the skin every month. It is best if you examine your skin after a bath or shower while your skin is still wet.
– Use a full-length mirror, as well as a hand mirror for a clear and closer view. Ask a family member for help, for the more difficult sites like your back.
– Examine yourself the same way every month to avoid missing any areas. Start from your head and work your way down. See all areas of your body including the front, back, and sides of each area and your fingernails and toenails. Also check the hidden areas between your finger and toes, the soles of your feet, and the back of your knees.
– Don’t forget to check your scalp and neck thoroughly for moles.
– Keep track of all the moles on the body and what they look like. Take a photo with a ruler on it and date it to help you keep track of them. This way you will notice if the moles change. If they change in color or shape or size or border etc or if you develop a sore that does not heal, better see a dermatologist. Also, have your dermatologist examine any new moles that are suspicious.
What To Look For When Examining The Moles?
The ABCDEs are important signs of moles that could be cancerous. If a mole displays the signs given below, get it checked immediately by a dermatologist –
- – Asymmetry: one half of mole does not match the other half.
- – Border: border or edges of the mole are blurred, ragged or irregular.
- – Color: the mole has different colors, or has multiple shades of Brown, black, blue, white or red
- – Diameter: Diameter of the mole is larger than a pencil eraser.
- – Elevation – the mole becomes elevated or raised off the skin or it is changing.
You should always be suspicious when a new model develops after the age of thirty. Most of the growth that appears after the age of 30 is harmless, age-associated growth, rather than moles. If you notice new growth, you should see your dermatologist. He or she will examine the growth and will perform a biopsy, if indicated. The Dermatologist uses this information for the treatment of the Mole.