{"title":"Skin Cancer Screenings","description":"\u003ch2\u003eEarly Detection Saves Lives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, but when detected early, many forms are highly treatable. Regular skin checks are one of the most important steps you can take to protect your long-term health and catch concerning changes before they progress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt SkinHappy, our approach to skin cancer screening goes beyond a quick visual exam. We provide comprehensive, personalized evaluations designed to identify suspicious lesions, assess individual risk factors, and educate patients on long-term prevention and monitoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you have a personal or family history of skin cancer, significant sun exposure, changing moles, or simply want peace of mind, routine skin examinations are an essential part of maintaining healthy skin at every age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Is a Full-Body Skin Check?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full-body skin check is a thorough examination of the skin performed by a dermatologist to evaluate moles, freckles, sun spots, and other lesions for signs of skin cancer or precancerous changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring your visit, we assess:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoles and pigmented lesions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew or changing growths\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAreas of chronic sun damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecancerous lesions such as actinic keratoses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcerning symptoms such as bleeding, itching, tenderness, or non-healing spots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe also evaluate your individual risk profile, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal or family history of skin cancer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHistory of blistering sunburns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTanning bed exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkin type and sun sensitivity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImmune status and medical history\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOccupational or recreational sun exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSigns You Should Schedule a Skin Check\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou should consider scheduling a skin examination if you notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA mole that is changing in size, shape, or 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