Check It Twice! The Importance of Monitoring Your Moles and Freckles

So you’ve heard your mom, your grandpa and your friend tell you all about the importance of sun safety. Yeah, yeah, yeah you say as you slather on a quarter size of SPF 4. A couple years later you will notice more freckles and moles on your body than before. This comes from your skin’s exposure to sun. While it is not all bad, it is imperative that you check your body and know what to look for.

Moles vary in size and color, ranging from small and pink to large and dark brown. These common moles are usually harmless and generally don’t require any sort of treatment from a doctor. However, if your mole does change size or color, or just looks a little funky, you need to get it checked immediately. It is rare for freckles to become cancerous. However, if it seems worrisome, come in and see one of our dermatologists at Knoxville Dermatology Group.

You should check your skin once a month to make sure there are no changes in moles and freckles. It only takes five minutes and can be done before jumping in the shower. Don’t put it off because it could be the most important factor for your body between healthy skin and skin cancer. In addition, you should visit your dermatologist annually for an overall skin check. If this sounds like something you might have, please give us a call at 865-690-9467.

If you need more serious help with skin issues or something else that is troubling your skin, we are here to help. Skin health is an important part of total body wellness. Schedule an appointment today with one of our board certified physicians at Knoxville Dermatology Group to get your skin the care it needs so it can reach its fullest, healthiest potential.