Detecting and Preventing Skin Cancer: Understanding the ABCDE Criteria, Risks, and Treatments

Seattle, Washington United States of America
ABCDE criteria used to detect suspicious moles: Asymmetry, Borders, Color, Diameter, Evolving.
Biopsy determines type and depth of melanoma.
Indoor tanning and excessive sun exposure increase the risk of developing melanoma.
Intense, intermittent sun exposure increases risk of melanoma and basal cell skin cancer.
Melanoma is less common but more dangerous than non-melanoma.
Non-melanoma skin cancers include basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
Patients with light skin, light eyes or red hair are at higher risk for melanoma.
Skin cancer affects millions in the US each year.
Skin cancer rates have increased by 120% from 1999 to 2021 in the US.
Washington is among the top 18 states for skin cancer cases in the US.
Detecting and Preventing Skin Cancer: Understanding the ABCDE Criteria, Risks, and Treatments

Skin cancer is a prevalent issue in the United States, affecting millions of people each year. There are two main types of skin cancer: melanoma and non-melanoma. Melanoma is less common but more dangerous due to its likelihood to spread if left undetected and untreated for too long. Non-melanoma skin cancers include basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma, which are predominantly found on sun-exposed areas like the face, scalp, neck, and ears.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), skin cancer rates have increased by 120% in the US from 1999 to 2021. In 2020, Washington ranked among the top 18 states for skin cancer cases in the US. Even a little sun exposure can be harmful and lead to skin cancer.

Dr. Lindsay Gunnell, a dermatologist with a background in skin oncology at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, emphasizes that melanoma and basal cell skin cancer are more likely with intense, intermittent sun exposure rather than chronic or high levels of sun exposure.

Patients with light skin, light eyes or red hair are at a higher risk for melanoma. Indoor tanning and excessive sun exposure throughout life increase the risk of developing melanoma.

To detect suspicious moles, dermatologists use the ABCDE criteria: Asymmetry, Borders, Color, Diameter, Evolving. A biopsy is performed to diagnose melanoma based on the results of which the type of melanoma and how deep it has spread into the skin can be determined.

Early diagnosis and treatment for non-melanoma cancers are crucial. The majority of non-melanoma cancers are treated with Mohs surgery, particularly when it's on the face, scalp, and neck.

Reduce your risk of skin cancer by using sunscreen daily to prevent exposure to UV rays, wearing sunscreen of at least 30 SPF, performing regular skin self-exams, seeing a healthcare professional for abnormal growths or warts, and wearing protective clothing.


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What to know about skin cancer risks: HealthLink

KING 5 News Christine Pae Friday, 05 July 2024 17:10
  • Unique Points
    • Skin cancer rates have increased by 120% in the US from 1999 to 2021.
    • Washington ranked among the top 18 states for skin cancer cases in the US in 2020.
    • Even a little sun exposure can be harmful and lead to skin cancer.
    • Melanoma and basal cell skin cancer are more likely with intense, intermittent sun exposure rather than chronic or high levels of sun exposure.
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    The author makes several statements that are true and provide valuable information about skin cancer risks. However, there is one instance of an appeal to authority fallacy when the author states 'roughly 80 percent of UV rays can still seep through cloud cover.' While this is generally true, it's important to note that the exact percentage can vary depending on the thickness and amount of cloud cover. The author could have provided more detail or qualifiers to avoid giving a misleading impression.
    • 'roughly 80 percent of UV rays can still seep through cloud cover'
    • Roughly 80 percent of UV rays can still seep through cloud cover.
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Summer Safety: What You Should Know About Melanoma

Cedars-Sinai Cedars-Sinai Medical Sunday, 07 July 2024 19:29
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    • Melanoma is cancer that arises from the melanocyte, which is the cell type that makes up moles and pigments in the skin.
    • The ABCDE criteria can help identify signs and symptoms of melanoma: Asymmetry, Borders, Color, Diameter, Evolving.
    • A biopsy is performed to diagnose melanoma based on the results of which the type of melanoma and how deep it has spread into the skin can be determined.
    • Patients with light skin, light eyes or red hair are at a higher risk for melanoma.
    • Indoor tanning and excessive sun exposure throughout life increase the risk of developing melanoma.
  • Accuracy
    • ]Too much exposure to ultraviolet rays can increase the risk of melanoma, a type of aggressive skin cancer.[
    • With every sunburn, the risk for melanoma increases slightly.
    • The most important clue for identifying melanoma is a mole that’s changing.
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Common types of skin cancer

The Baton Rouge Clinic Marketing Intern Friday, 05 July 2024 10:00
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    • Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US and affects millions worldwide.
    • There are two main types of skin cancer: melanoma and non-melanoma.
    • Non-melanoma skin cancers include basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma.
    • Both basal and squamous cell carcinomas are predominantly found on sun-exposed areas like face, scalp, neck, and ears.
    • Basal cell carcinoma often appears as a change in the skin such as a growth or sore that won't heal or a slightly transparent bump.
    • For basal cells, they're often a pink bump that slowly enlarges with time and can bleed and be tender.
    • Squamous cell carcinoma may look like a skin-colored bump and can start anywhere on the skin, but is typically found on sun-exposed areas in sunburn-prone people.
    • Early diagnosis and treatment for non-melanoma cancers are crucial. See a dermatologist if you notice spots changing or growing.
    • The majority of non-melanoma cancers are treated with Mohs surgery, particularly when it's on the face, scalp, and neck.
    • Reduce your risk of skin cancer by using sunscreen daily to prevent exposure to UV rays, wearing sunscreen of at least 30 SPF, performing regular skin self-exams, seeing a healthcare professional for abnormal growths or warts, and wearing protective clothing.
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    • ]Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the US and affects millions worldwide.[
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    The Marketing Intern in the article provides accurate and factual information about skin cancer and its types. There are no explicit logical fallacies found in the text. However, there are some instances of inflammatory rhetoric used to emphasize the importance of sun protection: 'Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., affecting millions worldwide.' This statement may be true but it is an exaggeration and can be considered emotionally charged language.
    • 'Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., affecting millions worldwide.'
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Our View: High melanoma rate should shed light on taking better precautions - Post Bulletin | Rochester Minnesota news, weather, sports

Post Bulletin Post Bulletin Saturday, 06 July 2024 12:30
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    • Minnesotans have the third-highest rate of melanoma in the US.
    • Fair-skinned people are more susceptible to skin cancer than others.
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    • A tan is evidence of UV damage to the skin and increases risk of skin cancer.
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Melanoma: The Less Common but More Dangerous Skin Cancer

PennWatch.org Sunday, 07 July 2024 17:17
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    • Amber enjoyed using the tanning bed at her local salon regularly.
    • Melanoma is less common but more dangerous than other forms of skin cancer due to its greater likelihood to spread if left undetected and untreated for too long.
    • Amber’s melanoma required 38 excisions, 67 stitches, 27 dermatologist appointments, generated seven abnormal pathology reports, resulted in 19 scars, and necessitated a chest x-ray.
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    • ]Amber enjoyed using the tanning bed at her local salon regularly.[
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    The article contains an appeal to authority fallacy when Dr. Wigginton states 'Melanoma is far less common than many other skin cancers, but it's also far more dangerous because of its greater likelihood to spread to other areas in your body if it's left undetected and untreated for too long.' This statement is true, but the author does not provide any evidence or reasoning beyond Dr. Wigginton's assertion. However, no formal fallacies or dichotomous depictions were found.
    • Melanoma is far less common than many other skin cancers, but it's also far more dangerous because of its greater likelihood to spread to other areas in your body if it's left undetected and untreated for too long. - Dr. Jeremy Wigginton
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