"Spot Skin Cancer With the ABCDE's of Melanoma" - James Goydos MD Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer worldwide. Speak to your Doctor about any changes you notice in your skin. Learning how to spot the visible signs of melanoma can be the difference between early detection and a death sentence. °°° Dr. James Goydos, MD, FACS has 20+ years experience as a Professor, Surgeon, Clinical Trial Leader, & surgical oncologist. He as an MD from Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School & has worked at the Cancer Institute of New Jersey (CINJ) and UMDNJ.

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W I T H T H E A B C D E ' S
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M E L A N O M A
5 skin
symptoms to
look out for
The importance
of monthly skin
checks

2. O F
M E L A N O M A
The ABCDE rule is a handy way of recognizing
the warning signs of melanoma.
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3. THE ABCDE'S OF
MELANOMA
T H E A B C D E R U L E I S A H A N D Y W A Y O F
R E C O G N I Z I N G T H E W A R N I N G S I G N S O F
M E L A N O M A .
When was the last time you thought
of your ABC’s? Kindergarten? What if I
told you they were still relevant? No, I
don’t mean the basics of the
alphabet, but I do mean the basics of
understanding how to identify the
warning signs of melanoma. You’ll
have to add a few letters, but bear
with me. Trust me, it’s worth your
time.Following the ABCDE’s of
melanoma may just save your life.So
What Are They?
The ABCDE rule is a handy way of
recognizing the warning signs of
melanoma.
Looking out for the warning of signs
of melanoma means being aware of
the what to look out for, and
monitoring often. Be sure to self-
monitor your skin at least once a
month. Don’t wait for that next
appointment with the dermatologist.
The more information you can bring
to your Doctor, the better. This is one
easy way to take health back in your
own hands. And it may just save your
life.
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4. Look out for signs that one half of a spot on your
skin is not like the other. If one half of a mole is
dissimilar from another, take note. Monitor regularly,
and speak to your doctor about any changes.
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5. If there is a spot on your skin that has an irregular or
jagged border, be aware. Irregularly-bordered skin
lesions can be a warning sign of melanoma.
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6. Spot any spots that have different colors in different
areas. This can indicate skin lesions that are
important to monitor. Speak with your doctor about
any changes in color you see.
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7. If a skin lesion is around 6mm, or around the size of
a pea or a pencil eraser, this can be a warning sign
of melanoma. Although melanomas may be smaller
or greater in diameter, so be aware of any lesions
and speak with your doctor about any irregularities
in your skin.
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8. Look for evolving skin shape, size, or color. If the
spot on your skin changes, or looks different than
the surrounding skin, this could be a warning sign of
melanoma. Monitor often to look for differences
over time. Speak to your doctor about any changes.
Early detection may save your life!
ES T A N D S F O R ' E V O L V I N G '
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