How Do You Read Moles On The Body?
Everyone has moles on their body; some of them may have been there since you were born, and others are more recent. Visually check your entire body twice a year in front of a full-length mirror, and use the ABCDE (asymmetry, border, color, diameter, evolution) method in identifying changes. Doing a skin check will help you get familiar with your moles, and you will be able to detect any dangerous changes that you should bring to your doctor’s attention. People who have more than 100 moles on their bodies have a greater risk of developing melanomas, which are a type of skin cancer. Look for moles that have an asymmetrical shape. Drawing a line through the two halves of the mole should result in both halves being very similar; if they are not, bringing this to your doctor’s attention is vital. Check the borders for consistency. Notched or scalloped borders could be an early warning sign of a potential problem. Notate the color of your moles. Document any moles that have two or more color
