— Dermatology
Dermatoscopy
Dermatoscopy helps to assess moles, pigment formations and other skin changes in detail. The method is used for preventive examination and determining whether observation, treatment or removal is required.
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- What is included
Review skin
- Testimony
When to apply to a dermatologist
Any change in the birthmark needs attention.
- mole has changed shape, color or size
- a new pigment formation appeared
- the formation itches, bleeds or is injured
- many moles on the body
- family history of skin cancer
- preventive examination after active sun
— Prevention
What is important to remember
Dermatoscopy does not replace careful attention to skin changes, but it helps the doctor make more accurate decisions.
Recommendations
- do not injure suspicious formations
- do not remove moles without first evaluation
- control changes according to the principle of asymmetry, edges, color, size
- undergo a preventive examination in the presence of risk factors
- adhere to photo protection
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