At the age of 50, John noticed that one of the moles on his face looked different than normal. The mole appeared larger than normal, darkened, and asymmetrical. John’s dermatologists suspected skin cancer. Based on this description, what type of skin cancer is most likely, and should John be concerned?

At the age of 50, John noticed that one of the moles on his face looked different than normal. The mole appeared larger than normal, darkened, and asymmetrical. John’s dermatologists suspected skin cancer. Based on this description, what type of skin cancer is most likely, and should John be concerned?

Body Structures & Functions

12th Edition

ISBN:9781285695495

Author:Scott

Publisher:Scott

Chapter5: Integumentary System

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 9C

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