Early detection is crucial for successful treatment. The ABCDE rule helps in identifying potential melanomas:
Asymmetry: One half of the mole doesn't match the other. Border: The edges are irregular or blurred. Color: The color is not uniform and may include shades of brown, black, or even red and blue. Diameter: The mole is larger than 6mm (about the size of a pencil eraser). Evolving: Any change in size, shape, or color.