Early diagnosis of skin cancer in Barcelona

Service Description

While most freckles are harmless, their potential to indicate increased skin cancer risk and change into melanoma necessitates regular dermatological checkups, especially for those with numerous freckles. Look for warning signs such as irregular shape, border, or color, which signal potential malignancy. Advanced techniques like digital dermoscopy, using devices such as the Fotofinder Bodystudio, allow for mapping pigmented lesions and microscopic comparisons over time, improving early detection and prevention of complications. Why Regular Checkups Are Essential Freckles Indicate Sun Sensitivity: Freckles themselves aren't harmful, but they signal sun-induced damage, increasing your risk for more serious skin damage and cancer. Freckles Can Change: Over time, and especially with sun exposure, freckles can change in color and size. Melanoma Risk: While rare, some freckles can evolve into melanoma, a dangerous form of skin cancer. What to Look For (The ABCDEs of Melanoma) Asymmetry: One half of the freckle does not match the other. Border: The edges are irregular, ragged, blurred, or uneven. Color: The color is not uniform and can include different shades of brown or black, or even patches of red, white, or blue. Diameter: The freckle is larger than a pencil eraser (about 6 millimeters). Evolving: The freckle is changing in size, shape, color, or other characteristics. The Role of Digital Dermoscopy Total Body Mapping: Devices like the Fotofinder Bodystudio can create a complete map of all pigmented lesions on your body. Microscopic Comparison: This technology takes high-resolution images of each lesion, allowing your dermatologist to compare them during subsequent visits. Early Detection: This comparison makes it possible to detect subtle, early changes in freckles and other moles that might indicate a developing risk of malignancy, enabling prompt treatment.