Surprising Places to Check
Skin cancer doesn’t always stick to the sunniest parts of our body. It can show up anywhere, including places you might not think to check:
• The bottoms of your feet
• Palms of your hands
• Between your toes
• Under your fingernails or toenails
• Inside your mouth
• Your eyes
• Your scalp
Anywhere pigment-producing cells live, melanoma can show up. And yes, that includes areas with little to no sun exposure.
Know the ABCDE's of Melanoma
Melanoma is one of the most dangerous forms of skin cancer—but catching it early can make all the difference. Use this simple guide:
A – Asymmetry: One half doesn’t match the other.
B – Border: Edges are irregular, jagged, or blurred.
C – Color: Multiple shades (brown, black, red, even blue) are a red flag.
D – Diameter: Bigger than 6mm (about the size of a pencil eraser).
E – Evolving: Changes in size, shape, color, or feel? Time for a check.