We should cover any birthmarks, such as moles, particularly generously with SPF 50 cream. It is best not to expose these types of skin lesions to the sun at all. Experts warn that unfortunately many people ignore these recommendations. Most of the moles that appear on our bodies do not have a negative impact on our health. They have different shades, shapes and sizes. Cancerous changes can be ignored, however, because they look like moles. Therefore, you need to be aware of the risks, protect your skin from the sun, and in the event of a disturbing change, quickly take appropriate steps.
Melanoma is a malignant skin cancer that originates from melanocytes, the skin’s pigment cells. They are responsible for producing melanin, a pigment that protects our skin from harmful ultraviolet radiation. Melanoma develops as a result of skin exposure to this radiation, including dangerous and excessive sunbathing.
How to recognize melanoma? The ABCDE method comes to the rescue
There are many ways to protect yourself from melanoma. First of all, you should avoid excessive sun exposure, use sunscreen, and protect any moles from UV radiation. However, if a mole appears on your skin that worries you, it is worth doing the so-called ABCDE test, which Dr. Sooj recommends on TikTok. This simple method, according to the doctor, will help distinguish a regular mole from a tumor.
In a video published on TikTok, a British doctor highlights 5 main points for which we should check our mole. – You may have a new mole on your skin or notice a change in an existing mole. It’s probably nothing to worry about, but here are the signs of melanoma, a type of skin cancer – he says on the recording and goes on to list the 5 points mentioned. They are:
- A, that is, asymmetry. Typical moles are rather regular, whereas melanomas may have, for example, “two very different halves” in terms of color and texture, or an uneven, irregular shape.
- B (border). The point is that neoplastic lesions most often have “ragged”, uneven edges.
- C (color), meaning color. Usually, in the case of melanomas, it is not uniform. In a single lesion, for example, we can observe two or more shades. The doctor lists colors such as black, brown, pink and red.
- D (diameter), i.e. diameter. Cancerous lesions are usually large and often larger than 6 mm.
- E (evolving), i.e. evolution. The point is that a cancerous lesion can change – for example, it can itch, peel, or even bleed. It can also change in shape, size, color, or texture.
How to protect yourself from melanoma?
If we notice such disturbing changes on our skin – there is no point in waiting, it is best to go to the doctor immediately. As Dr. Sooj recommends on Tiktok, we should also regularly check our skin, also in those places we usually do not pay attention to. The expert also recommends following the development of existing changes, e.g. taking photos of them from time to time – then we can be sure that many symptoms will not escape us. However, the best thing to do is to visit a dermatologist regularly..
NOTE! The above description is not intended to cause anyone to panic. If any change seems worrying to you, it is best to consult a specialist immediately.
Source: Gazeta
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