🩺 When to Get Checked Schedule a full-body skin exam with a dermatologist as soon as possible. Ideally, get a baseline exam within a few months of learning about your parent’s diagnosis. After that, most dermatologists recommend annual skin checks. If you have many moles, atypical moles, or fair skin, the dermatologist may suggest every 6 months instead. #skincancer #melanoma #skinchecks | Brittany Gabrel

Based on the full body skin exam I had today! | Caroline Easom

What to expect during your annual skin exam (aka skin cancer screening)🔬 We recommend a full-body skin exam once a year — even if nothing looks “off.” These checks help us catch changes early, when they’re most treatable. What helps us most 👇🏽 • No makeup or nail polish (if possible) • Hair worn loose • Let us know about any new, changing, or concerning spots What we don’t care about 👇🏻 • Razor bumps, body acne, or stretch marks • “I should’ve shaved” thoughts • How you look Think of it as