Skin Care and Issues

Asymmetry

• Symmetrical • Asymmetrical

Border

Color

Diameter

Elevation

The most common areas for skin cancer to form:

• Scalp• Face• Lips • Ears• Neck

• Chest• Arms• Hands• Legs

Facts

• There are 8,110 deaths per year from skin cancer.

• There are 59,940 new cases of skin cancer every year.

--American Cancer Society

Risk Factors for skin cancer

• Unprotected or excessive exposure to UV radiation

• Fair complexion

• Occupational Exposure

• Family history

• Multiple or atypical moles

• Severe suburns