Melanoma is the most serious type of skin cancer. The most important warning sign of melanoma is a change in the size, shape, or color of a mole or other skin growth, such as a birthmark.
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Color variation is one thing to watch for. Call your doctor if you notice that:
- The color of a mole or other skin growth is not uniform. Shades of tan, brown, and black may be present. Dashes of red, white, and blue may add to the mottled appearance.
- Color has spread from the edge of a mole into the surrounding skin.
Current as of: October 25, 2024
Author: Ignite Healthwise, LLC Staff
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