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Annual or semi-annual skin cancer screenings at PotozkinMD Skin Care Center are the most effective way to prevent skin cancer before it happens to you. Whether you have a family history of skin cancer or are at high risk, our board-certified dermatologists will help you prevent skin cancer.
It’s an extremely important and often-missed portion of healthcare to have your skin routinely checked by a board-certified dermatologist. What could seem like a small spot or a normal mole could in fact be a sign that something larger is going on and needs your attention.
When it comes to skin cancer, the single-most important factor is having early detection. The best way to give yourself the opportunity to detect any abnormalities early is to routinely perform self-checks on your skin as well as keep up-to-date with your yearly skin cancer screenings with your dermatologist.
It’s imperative to note– there are certain types of skin cancer that will arise from pre-existing moles you may have gotten checked already in the past. Other types of skin cancer come from brand new spots or moles.
Most types of skin cancer are due to genetics, but a big factor is the amount of sun exposure you are getting and the amount of protection that you are wearing.
During your skin check, your dermatologist examines your skin from your toes all the way to your scalp using a dermatoscope that can help them view additional layers of the skin. Our dermatologists are trained to find any issues with the skin that could warrant the need for further exams or tests and are experts at providing treatments if needed.
Our team may ask you additional questions about your lifestyle and family history to get a full scope of your risk to the different types of skin cancer or other conditions. Though we recommend everyone have yearly skin exams, patients who are at a greater risk of developing skin cancer should schedule skin checks more frequently.
Don’t be afraid to ask our team questions either. We are happy to walk you through what to look out for when it comes to the appearance of potential skin conditions as we want our patients to stay informed and knowledgeable between yearly visits.
When detected and treated early, many types of skin cancer can be highly treatable. Discussing what to look out for with our team will help you become familiar with your body and what to look out for when it comes to changes you may see.
Self-exams are very beneficial and necessary between yearly exams with your dermatologist. But they are limited, as you won’t be able to view certain areas of the body well. We recommend using a hand mirror to help you view those hard-to-see areas to the best of your ability.
When examining your skin and trying to spot any potential abnormalities, it can be helpful to remember to use the ABCDE rule.
If one or more of your skin lesions or moles fall under these categories, it’s important you visit your dermatologist immediately:
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