Skin lesion identifying malignancy
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Which skin finding is most concerning for possible malignancy? O Freckle that darkens with sun exposure O Small, raised cherry angioma O Mole with irregular borders and color variation O Symmetric nevus with smooth borders
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In this health assessment question, we need to identify which skin finding is most concerning for potential malignancy, such as melanoma.
Skin Assessment and Malignancy
To identify high-risk moles or lesions, healthcare professionals use a common mnemonic called the A B C D E rule.
The ABCDE Rule
- A: Asymmetry
- B: Border irregularity
- C: Color variation
- D: Diameter (> 6mm)
- E: Evolving or Elevation
Let's evaluate each option against this criteria. The first option is a freckle that darkens with sun exposure. This is generally a normal response of melanocytes to ultraviolet light and is not typically a sign of cancer.
Next, a small, raised cherry angioma. These are common, benign skin growths made up of small blood vessels and are usually not cancerous.
1. Freckle + Sun = Normal response
2. Cherry Angioma = Benign blood vessel growth
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