![]() Left untreated, however, they can grow into deeper layers of skin and even metastasize (spread) to other parts of the body. A raised growth with a depression in the middle.An open sore (possibly with a raised border) that doesn’t fully heal.Squamous cell carcinomas (SCCs) most often appear in areas of the body frequently exposed to sunlight, including the lips, face and hands. Squamous cells are flat cells near the surface of the skin. Squamous cell carcinoma is the second-most common type of skin cancer, after basal cell carcinoma. While itching can be a sign of melanoma, it’s more often associated with two other common types of skin cancer: squamous cell carcinoma and basal cell carcinoma. It can occur anywhere on the body - not just where the sun shines. Melanoma can develop in an existing mole or appear as a new mole. Melanomas tend to have at least one ABCDE trait and may have several. Diameter - melanomas may be smaller when they first appear, but if a mole is the size of a pencil eraser (about one-quarter inch in diameter) or larger, pay extra attention.Color - instead of being uniform, the color may vary from one area to another, with shades of tan, brown or black in later stages, red, white or blue may appear.Border - the border may be irregular, perhaps with scalloped or notched edges.Asymmetry - most melanomas are asymmetrical.The other ABCDE warning signs of melanoma are: A melanoma may also begin to bleed or crust over. New itching or tenderness falls under “Evolving.” So does a change in the size, shape, color or elevation of the mole. The “E” in the ABCDE rule of melanoma is for “Evolving,” which means that something about the mole changes. But any itchy mole, growth or wound could also be a symptom of skin cancer - either melanoma or, more likely, another form of skin cancer. Most moles are harmless, and itching could be the result of irritation from clothing, or even a new detergent. ![]() If you have a mole, skin growth, skin lesion or dark spot that begins to itch, don’t panic - but do pay attention. ![]()
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