Birthmark - in certain cases, particularly in women, for centuries considered as spicy decoration on the woman's body, requires, however, special attention because moles can be reborn in the third in the prevalence of cancer - melanoma.
According to the World Health Organization, each year, more than 200 thousand in the world. cases and about 65 thousand. deaths related to this disease. In this case, doctors say that with timely treatment to the doctor almost guaranteed a full recovery. It is therefore very important to pay attention to birthmarks on his body, and when the first suspicions make appointments to a specialist. So, Mr.and what to look out for during the inspection?
asymmetry. If one side of the mole is very different in size and shape from each other - this could be a sign of disease.
Blurred contours. At a mole should be a clear boundary, and the blurred outline can also be a sign of melanoma.
COLOR. If a birthmark darkened or her non-uniform coloring - this is also a reason for the conversion to a specialist.
DIAMETER.Particular attention should be paid to large birthmarks.
CHANGES. If you notice a mole that has changed shape, color or size - to immediately make an appointment with a doctor.
If any of these signs, the main thing is not to panic and not to put themselves on their own diagnosis. It is better to consult a dermatologist, and he has to send you a survey if necessary.
How to reduce the risk of developing melanoma. The first is self-diagnostics: periodically examine moles on your body. Note the new mole, as well as changes in those who have for a long time. If moles are in inconvenient places, ask to view their loved one. For example, there are statistics that more than 30% degeneration of moles into malignant tumors in men occur on the back.
Protect the skin from exposure to sunlight, as the main cause of melanoma is ultraviolet irradiation. Do not sunbathe in the hot sun, use sunscreen especially if you have fair skin. Sunburn can trigger disease onset. By the way, do not neglect the solar protection equipment and owners of dark skin. We will not tire of repeating that the most important in the successful treatment of the disease - this is early diagnosis. Take care of yourself and your loved ones!
