Skin Cancer Signs: The ABCDEs of Melanoma

Northwell Health dermatologist & Mohs skin cancer surgeon Dr. Victoria Sharon explains how to look for the most common signs of skin cancer, also known as the ABCDEs of melanoma. Early detection is a key factor in curing skin cancer so it's important to understand the common characteristics of cancerous moles.

The ABCDEs of Melanoma:

"A" stands for "Asymmetry"
"B" stands for "Border"
"C" stands for "Color"
"D" stands for "Diameter"
"E" stands for "Evolving"