What do we look for when doing self-exam skin checks?
Early detection is key to successful melanoma treatment. Make it a habit to perform regular skin self-exams to check for any changes in moles, freckles, or other skin lesions. Use the ABCDE rule as a guide:
- A for asymmetry
- B for irregular borders
- C for variations in color
- D for diameter larger than a pencil eraser
- E for evolving or changing over time
Dr. Joanna Smith, DNP, MSN, RN, MBA, SSGB, RT, LE, CLT
President & CEO
Integrated Medicine Institute, Inc.