Question

recognizing symptoms of skin cancer
performed regularly, self - examination can alert you to changes in your skin and aid in the early detection of skin cancer... look especially for change of any kind. do not ignore a suspicious spot simply because it does not hurt. skin cancers may be painless but are dangerous all the same. if you notice one or more of the warning signs, see a doctor right away, preferably one who specializes in diseases of the skin. warning signs include a skin growth that increases in size and appears pearly, translucent, tan, brown, black, or multicolored; a mole, birthmark, beauty mark, or any brown spot that changes color or size; a mole with an irregular outline; a mole that appears after age 21; and a spot or sore that continues to itch or bleed.

• \if you can spot it, you can stop it,\

skin cancer foundation
according to this passage, which symptoms may be warning signs of skin cancer? check all that apply.
☐ a sore that does not heal
☐ a painful sunburn
☐ a mole that changes color
☐ a birthmark that is large
☐ a mole with an irregular outline

Explanation:

• The passage mentions a sore that continues to itch or bleed (implies a sore that doesn't heal as it's a problem state), a mole that changes color, and a mole with an irregular outline as warning signs. A painful sunburn is a common, non - cancer - related skin issue. A large birthmark is not mentioned as a warning sign in the text.

Answer:

• a sore that does not heal
• a mole that changes color
• a mole with an irregular outline