Scan Your Skin
It's your doctor's job to diagnose skin cancer, but you will know better than anyone else if something on your skin is Sore, Changing, Abnormal, or New.
Here is a simple guide to help you recognise the early signs of skin cancer.
Look for a spot or mole that is:
Sore
Scaly, itchy, bleeding. tender, and doesn't heal within 6 weeks.
Changing
Changing in size, shape, colour or texture.
Abnormal
Looks different, feels different, or stands out when compared to your other spots and moles.
New
Has appeared on your skin recently. Any new moles or spots should be checked, especially if you are over 40.
The more of the above features a spot or mole has, the more concerning it may be. Get it checked by Somerton Park Skin Cancer Clinic.
"AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND HAVE THE HIGHEST RATES OF
SKIN CANCER IN THE WORLD"
The skin cancer prediction tool below has been adapted from the Scan Your Skin Org cancer prediction tool which is available on their web site.
Score: 9 + Risk: High
What you should do…
- See a us for a full-body skin check as soon as possible.
- SCAN your skin yourself every 3 months.
- Have a full-body skin check at least once a year.
Score: 4 to 8 Risk: Medium
What you should do…
- See a us for a full-body skin check.
- SCAN your skin yourself at least twice a year.
- Have a full-body skin check every 2-3 years
Score: 0 to 3 Risk: Low
What you should do…
- See a us for a one-off skin check, or if you have any concerns.
- SCAN your skin yourself at least once a year.
Remember – Low risk doesn’t mean NO risk.