Author: Anu
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Early signs of melanoma
Detecting skin cancer in time is key for survival, and, in order to stay safe, you need to know what to watch out for. In this post, we go over the early signs of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, to help you take control of your skin health.
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Skin pigment discoloration: why does it happen?
Skin discolorations can occur in many forms. From birthmarks to skin conditions we develop later in life, skin pigmentation depends on a variety of factors and can indicate different things for our health. Read about the basics of skin pigmentation and take a look at some of its common causes to understand how they can…
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Are melanoma moles raised?
When it comes to skin cancer, detecting it early is key. If skin cancer is found early there will be more treatment options. This is even more important with melanoma, the most dangerous type of skin cancer. So if this is so important, how do you spot danger signs? Are raised moles, for example, a…
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Skin cancer that looks like warts
Skin cancer can take many forms. While most people know to watch out for abnormal-looking moles, other symptoms may go undetected because they look like other common skin blemishes, such as a freckle or warts. Below we highlight the types of skin cancer that can look similar to a wart and some tips for how to…
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How does melanoma affect the body?
Melanoma is an aggressive form of skin cancer that affects the body in many ways. Usually first appearing as a new mole or skin growth, melanoma can spread deeper into the body if left untreated. How melanoma affects the body is a key question for newly diagnosed patients.
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Why does my mole itch? (and how to know if it’s melanoma)
Melanoma can have many different symptoms, one of which is itching. While an itchy mole is not always a sign of skin cancer, it is important to know if it’s necessary to worry. In this post, we go through some common causes of an itchy mole and the warning signs you should be aware of.
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Melanoma that looks like a freckle
Melanoma is a scary disease because it can often look quite similar to harmless-looking blemishes, like a mole or a freckle. According to DermNet New Zealand, about 75% of melanomas are new spots that appear in otherwise normal-looking skin. The rest will from an existing mole or spot. The key to early detection is knowing…
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Where does melanoma start?
Melanoma can appear anywhere on the body, both for men and women. But there are some indicators that are possible signs of melanoma. Some places that can be described as ‘hidden’, where melanoma skin cancer can occur as well. So where does melanoma start?
