Am I at High Risk for Melanoma?
Melanoma
Am I at High Risk for Melanoma?
There are a variety of different hereditary risk factors that can determine your risk of skin cancer, and some people are at a higher risk than others.
Some people are more at risk for melanoma than others. If you are fair-skinned, have blond hair and blue eyes, a family history of skin cancer and/or have many moles all over your body, you are at higher risk than most. If any of this applies to you, it’s even more important that you see your dermatologist regularly as well as do your own skin checks. It can help you determine your risk level so you can take measures to reduce your non-hereditary risk.
Learn more about SurvivorNet's rigorous medical review process.
There are a variety of different hereditary risk factors that can determine your risk of skin cancer, and some people are at a higher risk than others.
Some people are more at risk for melanoma than others. If you are fair-skinned, have blond hair and blue eyes, a family history of skin cancer and/or have many moles all over your body, you are at higher risk than most. If any of this applies to you, it’s even more important that you see your dermatologist regularly as well as do your own skin checks. It can help you determine your risk level so you can take measures to reduce your non-hereditary risk.
Learn more about SurvivorNet's rigorous medical review process.
Prevention & Screening: Reduce Your Risk
Prevention & Screening: Explaining Melanoma
If you are at risk for melanoma, it’s important to keep an eye on your skin. Not all moles are cancerous, but you should know which ones could be.
Prevention & Screening: Get Checked Out
If you are at risk for melanoma, it’s important to keep an eye on your skin. Not all moles are cancerous, but you should know which ones could be.