ABCDs of Melanoma

Asymmetry-Half of the skin lesion is unlike the other half

Border-Irregular shaped, poorly defined, or scalloped

Color-Variable color based on the area of the skin lesion (tan, brown, black discoloration)

Diameter-Most melanomas are usually > 6mm

Evolving-The area in question appears to be changing in size, shape, color


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