skin health center
Aging Skin

What Is That Skin Lesion?
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Is that lesion a symptom of something dangerous? See the symptoms and possible indicators below.

Symptom: A scaly red spot
Possible Indicator: Skin cancer

Symptom: A change in the color, shape or size of a mole
Possible Indicator: Skin cancer

Symptom: Any new skin growth
Possible Indicator: Skin cancer

Symptom: Excessive dryness and itching that doesn't respond to moisturizers
Possible Indicator: Shingles

Symptom: Bulging or tender vein in the legs
Possible Indicator: Varicose veins, associated with spider veins

Symptom: Any sore, on any part of the body, that fails to heal
Possible Indicator: Skin cancer, diabetes, circulatory problems

Information courtesy of the American Academy of Dermatology


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