MRF Says Go Beyond "Usual Suspects" to Watch Moles
Unless you are Cindy Crawford, you might give little thought to the moles, freckles and other marks dotting your skin. But, as an estimated 68,000 people discovered last year, these spots can evolve into melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Your primary care doctor and your dermatologist play a critical role in carefully examining your moles on an annual basis, watching for any changes or characteristics that might indicate they are dangerous. These checks, especially those conducted by experienced dermatologists, are lifesaving because when melanoma is caught ...