Can melanoma be found early?
Everyone should check their skin often for any strange or changing moles or other lesions. People who have more than 50 moles or who have been told they have atypical or dysplastic moles should see a dermatologist regularly to have their skin checked. About 10% of people with melanoma have family members with it. A person whose close relatives have had melanoma has a higher chance of getting it. People with a family history of melanoma need to have their skin checked by a doctor more often. They also need to take extra care to avoid the sun.
