Cancer is a new age disease and actually is capable of causing death to the victim.
There are in fact many types of cancer that affects different part of the body.
Skin cancer is a common phenomenon in present times and there are few signs which can help to identify the disease in an individual.
In most cases it has been observed that the patient, due to his complete ignorance about the disease, is unable to identify the prior symptoms of skin cancer.
Whenever anything unusual happens to your body like; a change in color of your skin or change in shape, size or elevation it is time for some professional help.
Whenever you visit a doctor you will be said certain common facts like taking care of the affected area and to keep a close watch over the area for some time.
Cancer is a malignant disease which has the capacity to multiply vociferously.
The cells of cancer multiply at a huge rate and thus causing havoc to the essential body systems.
Not all cancer cells are the same.
Each one has a unique characteristic which is different from the other.
Some cancer takes time to develop while others take less time.
Skin cancer is a common disease and has certain symptoms, which, if taken care of at an early stage then can be of great help to the patient.
Here is a list of five signs (a-b-c-d-e) of cancer that can actually help to raise the awareness among the people and they can look to cure it at an initial stage.
1.
'A' for 'asymmetry'.
This is an important aspect that must be kept in mind.
For any situation where the two parts do not show balance unlike in moles and freckles then it is time to visit the doctor.
2.
'B' for border.
If the moles or the freckles have developed rough edges at the border then it is time to seek doctor's help.
3.
'C' for color.
Well, this is a commonly watched symptom that is known to all.
If there is a sudden change in color of the skin surface then always remember to take doctor's help.
4.
'D' for diameter.
Check the area of the skin that is affected.
Is it larger than 6 mm? Is it bigger than a pencil eraser? If yes, then visit the doctor immediately without any further delay.
5.
'E' for evolving.
If a normal mole or a freckles start to show signs of change, like it starts itching, or changes color or the area grows bigger in size, then you must visit the doctor.