Mi skin cancer

Front

What does the 'A' in the ABCDE evaluation for skin cancer stand for?

Back

Asymmetry

Front

What is the first step to take if a mass of cancerous cells is found?

Back

Remove it surgically

Front

What type of gene is p53, which promotes apoptosis?

Back

Tumor suppressor gene

Front

What does the 'C' in the ABCDE evaluation for skin cancer indicate?

Back

Color

Front

What does the 'E' in the ABCDE evaluation for skin cancer stand for?

Back

Evolution

Front

What is the purpose of the ABCDE evaluation in skin cancer detection?

Back

To assess moles for signs of melanoma.

Front

What does asymmetry in a mole indicate in the context of skin cancer?

Back

It may be a sign of melanoma if one half does not match the other.

Front

What is the significance of color variation in moles during skin evaluations?

Back

Multiple colors can indicate potential malignancy.

Front

What does the 'D' in the ABCDE evaluation represent?

Back

Diameter; moles larger than 6mm should be evaluated.

Front

What is a common treatment option for skin cancer besides surgery?

Back

Radiation therapy or chemotherapy may be used.