May is skin cancer awareness month. There are two major forms of skin cancer: melanoma and non-melanoma. While melanoma is more dangerous, non-melanoma skin cancer is much more common. The most important thing we can do to decrease our risk for skin cancer is protect ourselves from the sun. This includes properly applying sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30 daily and reapplying it every two hours if outdoors for prolonged periods. The ABCDE's of melanoma are important signs to look for in moles to determine if they are suspicious and should be seen by a dermatologist.
Skin cancer is abnormal growth of skin cells. It can affect people of all skin types and colors, but those with fair skin have increased risk. It occurs most commonly on areas of high sun exposure such as the face and backs of the arms. The American Academy of Dermatology has outstanding resources to learn more about skin cancer.
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| ABCDE's of melanoma |
Skin cancer is abnormal growth of skin cells. It can affect people of all skin types and colors, but those with fair skin have increased risk. It occurs most commonly on areas of high sun exposure such as the face and backs of the arms. The American Academy of Dermatology has outstanding resources to learn more about skin cancer.
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