"The sunshine Elevates the Human Spirit in many ways. It’s important to protect our skin from the most common form of cancer in the U.S., skin cancer, so can continue to enjoy the sun.Maintain skin protection methods and regular checks to examine skin irregularities. Seniors and caregivers can use the ABCDE method to determine when a doctor is needed:
- Asymmetry: If two sides are asymmetrical, it could be a sign of melanoma.
- Border: Benign moles generally have smooth borders, while melanomas have irregular or notched borders.
- Color: Take action if the mole has multiple shades of brown, black, or tan. Melanomas may also become red or blue.
- Diameter: While benign moles are smaller, melanomas tend to be about ¼ inch or larger.
- Evolving: If changes such as itching, crusting, or bleeding develop – it could indicate a melanoma.
When you’re away from the senior in your life, Comfort Keepers can be your eyes and ears to help keep them healthy and take action if we see something unusual. Learn more from Comfort Keepers Home Care in Dexter, MI to help seniors protect their skin during the summer.
