Q. How do you know if a mole is suspect, other than jagged edges?
A.To self-exam your skin, use the ABC's of looking at moles. Warning signs include:
A - Asymmetry
Irregularity in the overall shape of the mole (not round, i.e. left side of mole is bigger than the right)
B - Borders
Jagged or irregular (not smooth) borders
C- Colors
Multiple colors or unevenness of color within one mole - i.e. brown/black/red
D - Diameter
Greater than 5mm - larger than pencil eraser
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