Mole Mapping

07/10/2022

Be Aware of These 4 Warning Signs of Melanoma: What to look for when checking your own skin (four lesser-known warning signs) -https://www.newsmax.com/health/health-news/skin-cancer-melanoma-self-check/2022/07/08/id/1077965/

Melanoma strikes nearly 100,000 Americans annually, making it one of the most common types of cancer diagnosed in the U.S. Older adults who have experienced decades of skin exposure are particularly vulnerable to this potentially deadly disease. But if caught early,...

05/10/2022

The 'silent changes' that could be a sign of skin cancer: Get the facts (and fiction) about moles here - 👉https://www.lancs.live/news/uk-world-news/silent-changes-could-sign-skin-24391558

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There is an ABCDE checklist that could help protect you

04/10/2022

What do antioxidants do for your skin? "“Routine antioxidant usage may help reduce cellular damage and inflammation that leads to skin cancer formation and signs of aging.” Find out more here 👇 https://www.livescience.com/what-do-antioxidants-do-for-your-skin

Wondering if it’s worth investing in some antioxidants for your skin? Here’s what experts – and science – say about these anti-aging ingredients

30/09/2022

Everyone is at risk for developing skin cancer, but the risks vary on skin type: Find out more about skin cancer risks at - https://www.eatthis.com/news-this-sounds-like-you-you-are-at-risk-of-skin-cancer/

☀Have you had your skin & moles professionally examined yet? Book a skin cancer screening appointment a.s.a.p. Inbox us, or call: 0317634738 to book, or to find out more about our skin cancer screening and mole mapping services.

Soaring temperatures are an opportunity to remind people of color, in particular, that sunburn and skin cancer can impact them as well.

28/09/2022

Understanding Melanoma: It's important to know that melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, can come from moles that appear on parts of the body that are never exposed to the sun.
Read the full article at - https://www.survivornet.com/articles/mom-of-two-42-on-tropical-vacation-notices-strange-mole-growing-rapidly-inside-her-thigh-where-she-never-gets-sun-it-turned-out-to-be-cancer/

Christy Brookes-Parry noticed a new mole long before her melanoma diagnosis. Thankfully, she acted fast when changes started happening.

23/09/2022

Jordan Lindley, 38, knew there was a large mole on her bottom for quite some time. But the Dallas, Texas, mother never thought it would become an issue until doctors took a closer look. Read more by clicking on the link below 👇 https://www.survivornet.com/articles/texas-mom-38-is-shocked-to-get-melanoma-on-her-bottom-in-a-place-where-the-sun-dont-shine/

Jordan Lindley knew there was a mole on her bottom for a long time. But she never thought it was melanoma until doctors took a closer look.

21/09/2022

Habits Secretly Increasing Your Skin Cancer Risk, Say Oncologists: The Asymmetrical, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolving (ABCDE) rule of skin cancer is an easy way to determine if the blemish on the skin is cancerous. This rule helps to differentiate between a problem growth and a simple, everyday freckle or mole. Read the full article below 👇 https://www.eatthis.com/news-habits-secretly-increasing-your-skin-cancer-risk/
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Soaring temperatures are getting us excited to enjoy the sun. Now is one of the most important times to remind ourselves about skin safety.

16/09/2022

Early Signs of Skin Cancer..: Skin cancer is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or other sources, such as tanning beds. UV radiation can damage the DNA in our cells. This damage can lead to mutations, or changes, in the DNA that can cause cells Basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma are the three most common types of skin cancer. Other types include Kaposi's sarcoma, cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, and Merkel cell carcinoma. To find out more, click on the link below 👇
- https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/early-signs-skin-cancer-says-113521196.html

In the US skin cancer kills more than 9,000 people each year. New cases per year in the US are in the millions. Most are curable if detected earlySkin cancer is caused by overexposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or other sources, such as tanning beds. UV radiation can damage the DNA i...

14/09/2022

A woman who never sunbathes has had two tumours removed from her face and is now warning about the dangers of skin cancer for those who don't worship the sun. Read the full article at - https://news.yahoo.com/mum-never-sunbathes-two-skin...
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09/09/2022

Growing 'pimple' on scalp turned out to be skin cancer: Studies have found scalp melanomas are more aggressive, can more easily spread to the brain and have mortality rates more than twice that of melanoma located elsewhere on the body. Read the full article at - https://snip.ly/yqwdl0

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Up to 25% of melanomas are found in the head and neck region. Skin cancer in this area of the body can be more aggressive.

07/09/2022

Did You Know That Melanoma Can Often Recur In The Groin Area? One Woman's Nightmare Began With a Freckle: The two-time survivor is now advocating for skin cancer awareness, sharing her story, and urging others to learn more about skin cancer prevention. Read the full story at the link below 👇

Katie Moloney first beat melanoma at age 19, and remembered her doctor saying it can recur to the groin; She found a lump 7 years later.

02/09/2022

Medical Guide 2022: Melanoma signs and symptoms: Melanoma can exhibit different symptoms depending on the part of the body it is affecting, and may not affect everyone in the same way. Find out more about the some of the signs and symptoms of melanoma at - https://www.dailyrepublic.com/projects/medguide2022/medical-guide-2022-melanoma-signs-and-symptoms/

👉 Early detection of skin cancer (especially melanoma) is key to survival and/or better outcomes. Get your skin examined by a medical doctor a.s.a.p. To book an appointment, call us on: 031 763 4739 or send us an inbox message. You can also send an email to scs@skincancerdoctor.co.za for more info.

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that affects melanocytes, or the cells that produce the skin pigment melanin. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that the sun’s UVB rays stimulate melanocytes, and more than 90% of melanomas are thought to be caused by ultraviolet exposur