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KNOW YOUR ABCDE’S
Most moles on your body look very similar to any other moles you may have. A mole or freckle that looks different from the others should always be checked by a dermatologist to rule out cancer.  The ABCDEs give you an idea of what to look for when you are giving yourself a self-exam. Performed regularly, self-examinations can alert you to changes in your skin and help you detect problems early on. Once a month after a shower, before applying body lotion should suffice. So, what are the ABCDE’s?

A is for Asymmetry: Asymmetry means one half of a mole does not match the other half. Normal moles are symmetrical, like a circle or oval. If you have a mole, draw a line through the middle and compare sides.  If it looks lopsided on one side, see a dermatologist.

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  1. Anna
    Anna says:

    This is a great article and all the more important to re-read it now as we head into the warm weather months and spend more time out in the sun. Thanks for publishing this! Felicidades to the Mamiverse Team!

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  2. Hayley Clarke
    Hayley Clarke says:

    This really is a thoroughly educational article,extremely well written. Thankyou for sharing this,i too have just been through a massive scare,and had my results today.

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