melanoma skin cancer sign: evolution
melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. the most important warning sign of melanoma is a change in a mole or other skin growth, such as a birthmark.
- evolution is another word for "change." call your doctor if you notice any changes such as:
- a change in the size, shape, or colour of a mole.
- a change in symptoms, such as a mole that becomes itchy or tender or that bleeds.
current as of: october 25, 2023
author: healthwise staff
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