Molester Can Be A Sign Of Skin Cancer, Recognize Symptoms

Illustration of skin cancer (Freepic)

JAKARTA - The fly is often considered a common thing, but in some cases, changes to the mole can be an early indication of skin cancer, especially melanoma.

Changes in the shape, size, or color of the fly that already exists or the appearance of a new mole should be watched out for, because it can be an early symptom of this serious disease.

Melanoma, one of the most aggressive types of skin cancer, often stems from small changes in the skin that look like rough patches, lumps, or wounds that never heal.

The signs may seem trivial, such as itching, tenching, or changes in skin texture. However, early detection is very crucial because the survival rate of five years for melanoma sufferers can reach 99 percent if known earlier.

Dr. Suraj Kukadia, a general practitioner known widely under the name Dr. Sooj, introduced a practical method called ABCDE as a guide for detecting melanomas on flies. Each letter of this acronym represents the characteristics that need to be considered:

A (Asymmetry): The non-symmetric fly, with two sides, looks very different.

B (Border): The edges are uneven, jagged, or seem vague.

C (Collour): Colors are not uniform; you can see a combination of chocolate, black, red, or even blue.

D (Diameter): Generally it is greater than 6 mm, although smaller sizes still need to be observed.

E (Evolving): Experiencing changes in size, shape, color, or starting to feel itchy, bloody, to scaly.

According to Dr. Sooj, moles are usually harmless, but the signs as mentioned above can indicate potential skin cancer.

Although melanoma can grow in any part of the body, there are areas that tend to become common locations where they arise, such as back, foot soles, palms, face, genital area, and even the inside of the eye. That's why it's important to do regular skin checks.

For areas where it is difficult to reach, such as the back, it is recommended to use a mirror or ask for help from those closest to you so that inspections can be carried out more thoroughly.

To effectively monitor the development of moles, Dr. Sooj also suggested taking photos regularly of suspicious spots on the skin. This will help compare changes over time, and can be an important reference when consulting a doctor.

If suspicious signs or unusual changes are found, you should immediately visit a general practitioner or skin specialist for further evaluation. Early detection and treatment are the main keys to dealing with skin cancer with better results.