Skin Cancer Check
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​Australia has one of the highest rates of skin cancer in the world. Around two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the age of 7.
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Australia has one of the highest rates of Melanoma (around 13,000 a year).
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Early detection is very important.
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Most skin cancer can be successfully treated if it is found early.
Skin Cancer Australia
ARE YOU AT RISK OF SKIN CANCER?
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It’s your doctor’s job to diagnose skin cancer, but you will know better than anyone else.
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If something on your skin is Sore, Changing, Abnormal or New.
SCAN YOUR SKIN:
Remember – together with sun protection, early detection is your best defense against skin cancer. Complete the online risk prediction tool to calculate your skin cancer risk.
How to check your skin?
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Most GP's needs to have extra training to be able to check your skin and get accredited to safely check patients
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The GP uses a device called dermatoscope. The Dermatoscope magnifies the skin and makes it easier in trained hands to diagnose Melanoma and Non Melanoma Skin cancer.
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There are handheld dermatoscopes and digital dermatoscopes (like Mole Map system).
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Photography is sometimes recommended for high risk patients to monitor skin lesion.
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You need to wear comfortable clothes and wear no make up.
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The full Skin check using a handheld can take between 30-40 minutes.
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Appointments are only made by calling the clinic, private fees apply.
The Doctor's Role
What a beautiful weather and it’s time to enjoy the sun. Skin care is very important. Here are some tips to stay safe!
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Check the website SunSmart.com.au for the UV radiation and always use sunscreen SPF30+
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Be SunSmart! Don't forget Slip! Slop! Slap! Seek & Slide
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Look for any new skin lesions, any lesion which is changing in colour, size or shape. Or if the lesion starts to be painful, itchy or bleeding.
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Have a regular skin check.
Enjoy the sun and get Vitamin D and stay safe.