In this campaign to save lives through cancer screening, it is important to realise the significance of monitoring cancer signs and symptoms.
It is not necessary that all signs & symptoms listed below for any cancer would have to occur. Instead, just one or two of the signs & symptoms can even manifest into cancer. Alternately, signs & symptoms can also pertain to some other ailment (other than cancer) and hence screening is the solution to resolve the matter.
Tips to protect from any cancer stated below are certain specific actions that one can take, but general tips will always be applicable for all cancers, such as an active lifestyle, exercising daily, consuming healthy food, controlling weight to prevent obesity, avoiding processed foods and saturated fats etc.
On occurrence of initial signs and symptoms of common cancers, it is necessary that nearest cancer screening centre is visited. For other cancers, the need is to visit a hospital immediately, so that diagnosis is made and treatment commences, at the earliest.
Start screening from age 40 onwards. Those with family history of breast cancer, start from age 25 onwards.
Mammography. Clinical breast examination. Breast self-examination.
A new breast lump or mass or thickening or nodes felt on or inside of the breast or underarm
Irritation or dimpling of breast skin Change in the size, shape or appearance of a breast
General pain in/on any part of the breast or nipple A new nipple retraction (turning inward)
Redness or flaky skin in nipple area or breast Nipple discharge (other than breast milk)
Nipple or breast skin that is red, dry, flaking, peeling, scaling, crusting or thickened
Changes in the appearance of one or both nipples
A new breast lump or mass or thickening or nodes felt on or inside of the breast or underarm
Irritation or dimpling of breast skin
Change in the size, shape or appearance of a breast
General pain in/on any part of the breast or nipple pain
A new nipple retraction (turning inward)
Redness or flaky skin in the nipple area or the breast
Nipple discharge (other than breast milk)
Nipple or breast skin that is red, dry, flaking, peeling, scaling, crusting or thickened
Changes in the appearance of one or both nipples
Avoid being overweight Exercise for at least 30 minutes per day Do not smoke
Limit alcohol consumption Breastfeed, if possible
Avoid birth control pills, esp. after age 35 Avoid hormone therapy for menopause
If you have a family history of breast cancer, consult your doctor about reducing your risk
Avoid being overweight
Exercise for at least 30 minutes per day
Limit alcohol consumptionAvoid birth control pills, particularly after the age of 35
Avoid hormone therapy for menopause
If you have a family history of breast cancer, consult your doctor about reducing your risk
Start screening from age 30 onwards. Those who chew tobacco, start screening from the time they started chewing tobacco.
Visual inspection of mouth insides by doctor or dentist to check for abnormalities like red or white patches, sores, lesions, lumps etc.
White or red patches on the gums, tongue, tonsil, or lining of the mouth
A growth or lump inside the mouth or on the lip Pain inside the mouth
Persistent mouth sores that do not heal Persistent mouth pain Ear pain
A sore throat or persistent feeling that something is caught in the throat
Difficult or painful swallowing or chewing Difficulty moving the jaw or tongue
Numbness of the tongue or lower lip or chin Difficulty in speaking or a hoarse voice
A lump in the neck or throat or in the cheek
White or red patches on the gums, tongue, tonsil, or lining of the mouth
A growth or lump inside the mouth or on the lip
Pain inside the mouthA sore throat or persistent feeling that something is caught in the throat
Difficulty moving the jaw or tongue
Stop taking tobacco such as chewing tobacco, gutkha, snuff, betel nut, paan, cigarettes etc.
Maintain oral hygiene by brushing and flossing daily Drink alcohol in moderation
Avoid oral sex Use sunscreen to shield lips from ultraviolet rays of sun
Visit the dentist regularly Girls and young women may get vaccinated for HPV
Stop taking tobacco such as chewing tobacco, gutkha, snuff, betel nut, paan, cigarettes etc.
Maintain oral hygiene by brushing and flossing daily
Drink alcohol in moderationUse sunscreen to shield lips from UV rays of sun
Visit the dentist regularlyGirls and young women may get vaccinated for HPV
Screening may begin at age 21 and end at age 65 (for women who have had adequate prior screening and are not otherwise at high risk for cervical cancer).
Visual inspection with Acetic Acid wash (VIA), Pap-smear test, HPV test
Abnormal bleeding after intercourse Vaginal bleeding between periods
Periods that are heavier or longer than normal Vaginal bleeding after menopause
Foul-smelling vaginal discharge Severe strain in the lower back and pelvis
Vaginal discharge that is watery or that contains blood
Vaginal discharge that is watery or that contains blood
Severe strain in the lower back and pelvis
Get vaccinated against HPV (2 dose schedule before age 15 and 3 dose schedule after age 15)
Practice safe sex by using condoms Avoid multiple sex partners Do not smoke
Avoid long-term use of birth control pills Avoid an early pregnancy (prior to 17)
Get vaccinated against HPV (2 dose schedule before age 15 and 3 dose schedule after the age of 15)
Practice safe sex by using condomsScreening is not done for throat cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs.
Checking the throat and voice box with an Endoscope or a Laryngoscope.
Hoarseness or other change in the voice Persistent sore throat or ear pain
Pain or difficulty when swallowing or the feeling that something is caught in the throat
Lump or swelling in the neck Long-lasting cough or breathlessness
Wheezing noise while breathing A lump or sore that doesn't heal Weight loss
Pain or difficulty when swallowing or the feeling that something is caught in the throat
Persistent sore throat or ear pain
Protect from HPV infection by safe sexual like fewer sexual partners and using condoms
Girls and young women may get vaccinated against HPV Stop using tobacco in any form
Stop excessive alcohol consumption Eat a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetables
Protect from HPV infection by safe sexual practices like fewer sexual partners and using condoms
Girls and young women may get vaccinated against HPV
Stop using tobacco in any formScreening is recommended ONLY for adults who may not have any symptoms but are at high risk. These are people who are heavy smokers and are older.
Low-dose Computed Tomography (also called a Low-dose CT scan)
Coughing that gets worse or doesn't go away Shortness of breath
Wheezing
Coughing up blood or rust-coloured sputum Hoarseness Chest pain
Loss of appetite Fatigue and weakness Bone pain Headache
Unexplained weight loss due to no known cause
Don't smoke Avoid secondhand smoke Avoid exposure to toxic chemicals at work
Eat a diet full of fruits and vegetables Exercise most days of the week
Screening is not done for esophageal cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs and symptoms.
In ‘Upper Endoscopy’, an endoscope is passed down the throat and into the esophagus and stomach.
Heartburn or acid reflux Chest pain Weight loss Hoarseness
Chronic cough Vomiting Lack of energy
Trouble swallowing
Pain in throat and chest especially while swallowing
Black stools caused by blood bleeding into the esophagus and then through the digestive tract
Trouble swallowing and pain in throat and chest especially while swallowing
Chest painBlack stools caused by blood bleeding into the esophagus and thereafter passing through the digestive tract
Do not smoke Avoid being obese
Do not drink very hot liquids on a regular basis
Consume a diet with enough fruits and vegetables Drink alcohol moderately
Consume a diet with enough fruits and vegetables
Screening is not done for stomach cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs and symptoms.
Upper Endoscopy is a procedure carried out to look inside the esophagus, stomach, and duodenum (first part of the small intestine)
Poor appetite Difficulty in swallowing Abdominal pain, often above navel
Feeling bloated after eating Feeling full after eating only a small meal
Not feeling hungry when you would expect to be hungry Heartburn or indigestion
Nausea and vomiting (with or without blood) Unexplained weight loss
Feeling very tired Stools with black appearance
Not feeling hungry when you would expect to be hungry
Heartburn or indigestion
Cut down on salty, smoked or pickled foods Reduce consumption of processed meats
Control acidity, stomach irritation (gastritis) Quit smoking, vaping or chewing tobacco
Limit alcohol intake Avoid being obese
Eat a diet full of vegetables and fruits
If you have a family history of stomach cancer, consult your doctor
If you have a family history of stomach cancer, consult your doctor
Screening may begin at the age of 45, especially if you have a personal or a family history of colorectal polyps or cancer.
Fecal occult blood test, Flexible Sigmoidoscopy, Colonosopy, CT Colonoscopy
A persistent change in bowel habits Rectal bleeding or blood in your stool
Diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of your stool
Narrow, ribbon-like stools Bloating or full feeling Change in appetite
Persistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain Rectal bleeding
A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely Excessive fatigue
Discomfort or urge to have a bowel movement when there is no need
Abdominal pain or cramping pain in your lower stomach
Blood in the stool or toilet after a bowel movement
Weight loss without dieting
Diarrhea or constipation or a change in the consistency of stool
Narrow, ribbon-like stoolsPersistent abdominal discomfort, such as cramps, gas or pain
A feeling that your bowel doesn't empty completely
Excessive fatigueDiscomfort or urge to have a bowel movement when there is no need
Abdominal pain or cramping pain in your lower stomach
Blood in the stool or toilet after a bowel movement
Weight loss without dieting
Keep your weight between recommended limits
Limit alcohol consumption
Do moderate to vigorous physical activity for a minimum of 30 minutes daily
Consume a diet based on fruits, vegetables, whole grains and spices
Replace meat and dairy with fish, nuts, and legume
Consume unsaturated fats
Give up smoking Give up processed and refined products
Make sure you have normal levels of folate and vitamins D and E
Keep your weight between recommended limits
Do moderate to vigorous physical activity for a min of 30 mins daily
Consume a diet based on fruits, vegetables, whole grains and spices
Replace meat and dairy with fish, nuts, and legumes
Consume unsaturated fatsMake sure you have normal levels of folate and vitamins D and E
No screening test has been proven to be reliable enough to detect the cancer in its earliest stages prior to the development of symptoms.
Physical examination. Blood test. Bone Marrow test.
Fever or chills or night sweats Persistent fatigue, weakness, tiring easily
Frequent or severe infections Swollen lymph nodes in neck, underarm, groin or stomach
Enlarged liver or spleen
Recurrent nosebleeds and bleeding gums
Tiny red spots in your skin or darkened skin patches Excessive sweating, especially at night
Bone pain or tenderness
Shortness of breath
Pale skin Unexplained weight loss
Pain or full feeling under your ribs on the left side
Easy bleeding or bruising
Swollen lymph nodes in neck, underarm, groin or stomach
Enlarged liver or spleenTiny red spots in your skin or darkened skin patches
Excessive sweating, especially at nightPain or full feeling under your ribs on the left side
Quit smoking Maintain a moderate weight Stay physically active
Follow a healthy diet Avoid exposure to benzene, formaldehyde and pesticides
Avoid exposure to benzene, formaldehyde and pesticides
Stay physically activeScreening is recommended only for females who have a family history of ovarian cancer or who have a harmful BRCA1 / BRCA2 gene mutation.
Blood test for CA 125 Tumour Marker. Transvaginal Ultrasound.
Abdominal bloating or swelling Upset stomach Quickly feeling full when eating
Discomfort in the pelvic area Changes in bowel habits, such as constipation
Weight loss Pain during sex Heavier bleeding during periods
A frequent need to urinate Fatigue Back pain
Breastfeeding for a year or more Giving birth to a child
Having had a tubal ligation (getting your tubes tied), both ovaries removed, or a hysterectomy
Having had used birth control pills for five or more years
Having had a tubal ligation (getting your tubes tied), had both ovaries removed, or had a hysterectomy
Having had used birth control pills for five or more years
There is no screening test for lymphoma. Get tested immediately on appearance of the symptoms.
Physical examination to check for swollen lymph nodes spleen or liver. Blood test to count the number of cells. MRI and positron emission tomography (PET). Biopsy of lymph node & bone marrow.
Pain in spine, back pain, leg pain, bone pain or weakness in legs
Stomach pain, constipation/obstruction
Excessive sweating, especially in night
Paralysis of limbs or face, headache, unconsciousness
Fever which is not improving after regular treatment Weight loss without any reason
Pain in spine, back pain, leg pain, bone pain or weakness in legs
Stomach pain & constipationParalysis of limbs or face, headache, unconsciousness
Fever which is not improving after regular treatment
Weight loss without any reason
Minimise contact with people with infection Keep good personal hygiene
Build immunity Protect your skin Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Avoid being overweight or obese Avoid diet high in fats, meats and dairy
Quit smoking Prevent unnecessary exposure to radiation
Screening is not done for liver cancer. Further, symptoms are not experienced during early stages of liver cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs.
Liver function test (Blood test). CT or MRI scans. Angiogram. Biopsy.
Discomfort in the upper abdomen on the right side A swollen abdomen
A hard lump on the right side just below the rib cage
Fever
Nausea and vomiting
Pain near the right shoulder blade or in the back Weight loss for no known reason
Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes) Dark-colored urine
White, chalky stools Easy bruising or bleeding General weakness and fatigue
Loss of appetite or feeling of fullness after a small meal
Discomfort in the upper abdomen on the right side
A swollen abdomenA hard lump on the right side just below the rib cage
FeverPain near the right shoulder blade or in the back
Weight loss for no known reasonJaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes)
Dark-colored urineLoss of appetite or feeling of fullness after a small meal
Hold triglycerides and cholesterol levels within recommended levels
Drink alcohol in moderation & do not drink on empty stomach
Avoid drinking if you have viral hepatitis
It is important to avoid infection with the hepatitis B and C viruses
Avoid being overweight or obese and extra body fat around waist
Follow healthy lifestyle measures, such as exercising, controlling weight & a healthy diet
Hold triglycerides and cholesterol levels within recommended levels
Drink alcohol in moderation & do not drink on empty stomach
Avoid drinking if you have viral hepatitisIt is important to avoid infection with the hepatitis B and C viruses
Avoid being overweight or obese and extra body fat around waist
Follow healthy lifestyle measures, such as exercising, controlling weight & a healthy diet
Men aged 50 and above need to undergo screening for prostrate cancer. Those above 45 with family history of prostrate cancer may do likewise.
Digital Rectal Examination (DRE). Prostrate-Specific Antigen (PSA) blood test.
Difficulty in starting to urinate Decreased force in the stream of urine
Urinating frequently, especially at night Need to strain to empty the bladder
Pain or burning during urination Blood in the urine or semen
Pain in the back, hips, or pelvis that doesn’t go away Painful ejaculation
Discomfort or pain when sitting, caused by an enlarged prostate
Bone pain New onset of erectile dysfunction
Pain in the back, hips, or pelvis that doesn’t go away
Discomfort or pain when sitting, caused by an enlarged prostate
Bone pain
Get your calcium from plant-based food (almonds, tofu, leafy greens) rather than supplements
Watch your calcium intake Vigorous exercise
Avoid obesity
Eat fewer calories and exercise more so that you maintain a healthy weight
Swap red meat for plant-based protein and fish
Get your calcium from plant-based food (almonds, tofu, leafy greens) rather than supplements
Watch your calcium intakeEat fewer calories and exercise more to maintain a healthy weight
Swap red meat for plant-based protein and fish
Screening is not done for brain tumour. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs.
Head CT scan, Brain MRI, PET scan
Headache or pressure in the head that is worse in the morning
Nausea or vomiting
Headaches that cause waking up at night
Seizures (Fits)
Hearing issues
Difficulty thinking, speaking or understanding language Personality or behaviour changes
Weakness or paralysis in one part or one side of your body
Facial numbness or tingling
Balance problems or dizziness (vertigo) Feeling hungry and gaining weight
Vision problems, such as blurry vision, seeing double or losing sight on the sides of your vision
Confusion in everyday matters, disorientation, memory problems
Headache or pressure in the head that is worse in the morning
Nausea or vomitingDifficulty thinking, speaking or understanding language
Personality or behaviour changesWeakness or paralysis in one part or one side of your body
Facial numbness or tinglingVision problems, such as blurry vision, seeing double or losing sight on the sides of your vision
Confusion in everyday matters, disorientation, memory problems
Ensure adequate sleep because sleep is a friend of brain health
Restrict usage of mobile phone
Avoid smoking Exercise regularly
Answer mobile with left ear because using right ear makes brain more exposed to radiation
While outdoors, use sunscreen and head cover to protect from UV radiation
Eat a diet rich in fruits and vegetables
Ensure adequate sleep because sleep is a friend of brain health
Restrict usage of mobile phoneAnswer mobile phone with left ear because using right ear makes brain more exposed to mobile radiation
While outdoors, use sunscreen and head cover to protect from UV radiation
Avoid smokingRoutine screening is not recommended for bladder cancer. However, do get tested when symptoms occur.
Hematuria test: A blood test to check red blood cells in urine. Cystoscopy: A long, thin, flexible tube with a light & lens is used to see the inside of bladder. Urine analysis. Urine cytology.
Blood or blood clots visible in urine Blood in urine detected in lab test
Frequent urination Painful urination or burning sensation during urination
Having to get up to urinate many times during the night
Unexplained pain in the pelvis, abdomen or flank or bone pain
Feeling the need to urinate, but not being able to pass urine
Having trouble urinating or having a weak urine stream
Painful urination or burning sensation during urination
Having to get up to urinate many times during the night
Unexplained pain in the pelvis, abdomen or flank or bone pain
Feeling the need to urinate, but not being able to pass urine
Having trouble urinating or having a weak urine stream
Drink plenty of water every day Try to avoid exposure to chemicals and dyes
Stop smoking Avoid chronic urinary infections kidney and bladder stones
Avoid chronic urinary infections kidney and bladder stones
Try to avoid exposure to chemicals and dyesScreening is not done for gallbladder cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs and symptoms.
Carry out self-checks to detect a lump or tumour by moving fingers on thyroid gland in the middle of the neck right above the collar bone. Also carry out self-check by moving fingers on the sides of your neck to detect an enlarged lymph node.
A lump (nodule) that can be felt through the skin on your neck, near Adam’s apple
Pain in the front of the neck and throat, sometimes going up to the ears
Hoarseness or other voice changes that do not go away
Difficulty breathing
A cough that persists and is not caused by a cold
A feeling that close-fitting shirt collars are becoming too tight
Swollen lymph nodes in your neck
Trouble swallowing
A lump (nodule) that can be felt through the skin on your neck, near Adam’s apple
Swollen lymph nodes in the neckPain in the front of the neck and throat, sometimes going up to the ears
Hoarseness or other voice changes that do not go away
Trouble swallowingA cough that persists and is not caused by a cold
A feeling that close-fitting shirt collars are becoming too tight
Swollen lymph nodes in your neck
Avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation, including radiation from medical imaging procedures, especially in young children and especially around the head and neck
Ensure dietary iodine
Exercise daily
Avoidance or cessation of smoking
Avoid being obese
Eat a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fiber, protein and antioxidants
Avoid unnecessary exposure to radiation, including radiation from medical imaging procedures, especially in young children and especially around the head and neck
Exercise dailyEat a balanced diet of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, fiber, well-sourced protein and antioxidants
Ensure dietary iodineScreening is not done for gallbladder cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs and symptoms.
Liver function test. Blood test to measure the level of following tumour markers: CEA and CA 19-9. Abdominal ultrasound.
Abdominal pain, particularly in the upper right portion of the abdomen
Abdominal bloating
Presence of gallstones or have a history of gallstones
Loss of weight without dieting
Yellowed skin and yellowed whites of eyes (Jaundice)
Lumps in the abdomen
Nausea and vomiting
Bloating
Fever
Feeling or being sick
Abdominal pain, particularly in the upper right portion of the abdomen
Abdominal bloatingPresence of gallstones or have a history of gallstones
Yellowed skin and yellowed whites of eyes (Jaundice)
Lumps in the abdomen
Get gallstones removed if they are present
Maintain a healthy weight
Be physically active and limit the time you spend sitting or lying down
Follow a healthy eating pattern that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains
Limit or avoid red and processed meats, sugary drinks and highly processed foods
Curtail alcohol to 1 drink per day for women or 2 per day for men
Give up smoking Avoid exposure to chemicals used in the rubber and textile industries
Be physically active and limit the time you spend sitting or lying down
Follow a healthy eating pattern that includes plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains
Limit or avoid red and processed meats, sugary drinks and highly processed foods
Curtail alcohol to 1 drink per day for women or 2 per day for men
Give up smokingAvoid exposure to chemicals used in the rubber and textile industries
Screening for kidney cancer is not recommended. However, do get tested when symptoms appear.
Computed Tomography (CT) scans. Renal ultrasounds. Urine analysis. Urine cytology.
Blood in the urine, which may appear pink or red Fatigue and tiredness
Pain in the back or side that doesn't go away Lump in lower back or side of waist
Loss of appetite
Weight loss not caused by dieting Swelling of the ankles and legs
Anemia Fever that keeps recurring & is not from a cold, flu or other infections
Blood in the urine, which may appear pink or red
AnemiaFever that keeps recurring & is not from a cold, flu or other infections
Control high blood pressure. If you take blood pressure medicine, do not skip doses
Control your blood sugar if you have diabetes
Find out if you’re exposed to certain toxins at work like cadmium, asbestos, and trichloroethylene Avoid prolonged use of NSAID medicines like ibuprofen and naproxen
Quit smoking or using tobacco
Maintain a healthy weight
Check whether the drinking water has contaminants like Arsenic and Radon
Control high blood pressure. If you take blood pressure medicine, do not skip doses
Control your blood sugar if you have diabetesFind out if you’re exposed to certain toxins at work like cadmium, asbestos, and trichloroethylene
Avoid prolonged use of NSAID medicines like ibuprofen, naproxen
Quit smoking or using tobaccoCheck whether the drinking water has contaminants like Arsenic and Radon
Screening is not done for endometrial cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs and symptoms. Most cases occur in women after age 55.
Transvaginal ultrasound. Endometrial biopsy.
For pre-menopausal & post-menopausal women: Abnormal uterine bleeding
For post-menopausal women: Irregular menstrual bleeding, spotting, bleeding between periods
Pain during sex Menstruation from an early age Menopause at an older age
For pre-menopausal & post-menopausal women: Abnormal uterine bleeding
For post-menopausal women: Irregular menstrual bleeding, spotting, bleeding between periods
Menstruation from an early age
Get to and stay at a healthy weight Be physically active
Avoid taking estrogen alone
Avoid being overweight Do not eat a high-fat diet Give birth to a baby
Screening is not done for multiple myeloma. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs and symptoms.
Blood and urine tests to detect abnormal proteins produced by myeloma cells. Examination of bone marrow aspirated by a long needle.
Bone pain, especially in the spine or chest
Nausea Constipation
Loss of appetite
Upset stomach Mental fogginess or confusion Fatigue
Frequent infections Weakness or numbness in legs and arms
Severe thirst Bruising or bleeding more easily Unexplained weight loss
There are no known precautions that can be taken to prevent multiple myeloma. That is because there are no obvious, strong risk factors which lead to multiple myeloma.
Screening is not done for pancreatic cancer. Also, symptoms are not experienced during early stages of pancreatic cancer. Get tested immediately on appearance of the signs.
Blood test for a CA 19-9 Tumour Marker. Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS).
Upper abdominal pain that may spread to the back Blood clots in the body
Light-colored stools Dark-colored urine Itchy skin
Nausea and vomiting
New diagnosis of diabetes or existing diabetes that's becoming more difficult to control
Loss of appetite or unintended weight loss Fatigue
Upper abdominal pain that may spread to the back
Loss of appetite or unintended weight lossNew diagnosis of diabetes or existing diabetes that's becoming more difficult to control
Blood clots in the body
Don't smoke. If you do smoke, stop
Lower the fat in your diet
Eat more fruits and vegetables Avoid too much weight gain and exercise regularly
Avoid too much weight gain and exercise regularly
Get screened regularly if you spend lot of time outdoors or have large number of moles or have a family history of skin cancer.
Visual self-exam by the patient. Clinical examination by the health care provider.
Pearly or waxy bump on the skin Flat, rough, or scar-like patch on the skin
A sore that bleeds, doesn't fully heal, or that reoccurs Painful or itchy skin lesion
Moles, birthmarks or other pigmented areas that look abnormal in color, size, shape, or texture
Change in the size, shape or color of an existing spot A wart-like growth
A scaly or crusty lesion with irregular borders
A sore that bleeds, doesn't fully heal, or that reoccurs
Moles, birthmarks or other pigmented areas that look abnormal in color, size, shape, or texture
Change in the size, shape or color of an existing spot
A scaly or crusty lesion with irregular borders
Stay in shade during 10 am and 4 pm Avoid tanning and do not use UV tanning beds
Cover up with pants, long-sleeved shirt, a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses
Use a UVA/UVB sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher, 30 minutes before going outside
Reapply above sunscreen every two hours while remaining outdoors Don’t get sunburnt
Cover up with pants, long-sleeved shirt, a broad-brimmed hat and UV-blocking sunglasses
Use a UVA/UVB sunscreen with an SPF of 15 or higher, 30 minutes before going outside
Reapply above sunscreen every two hours while remaining outdoors