Dermatology & Liposuction

ABCDs of Melanoma Detection

Look for Danger Signs in Pigmented Lesions of the Skin

Consult your dermatologist immediately if any of your moles or pigmented spots exhibit:

A   
Asymmetry--one half unlike the other half.

B   
Border --irregular, scalloped or poorly circumscribed border.

C  
Color -- varied from one area to another; shades of tan and brown, black; sometimes white, red or blue.

D  
Diameter -- while melanomas are usually greater than 6mm in diameter (the size of a pencil eraser) when diagnosed, they can be smaller.  If you notice a mole different from others, or which changes, itches, or bleeds (even if it is small) you should see a dermatologist. 

MIND THESE ABCDs
They may be signs of malignant melanoma.

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