Episode 30: Skin Cancer Smarts — Moles, Melanoma & When to Worry

Episode 30: Skin Cancer Smarts — Moles, Melanoma & When to Worry

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the world, but with early detection, it's also one of the most treatable. In this episode, Dr. Dustin Portela and PA Austin Lee take a deep dive into everything you need to know about skin cancer—from what to look for and who's most at risk to what happens during a skin exam or biopsy.

They explain the key differences between basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, and melanoma, sharing clinical insight and real patient stories that highlight why regular skin checks save lives. You'll learn how to spot suspicious moles using the ABCDE rule, what "ugly duckling" lesions are, and why sunscreen myths are still circulating online. Plus, in this week's "Did You Know?" the hosts discuss the rarest skin cancers, genetic risks, and how mutations like the Sonic Hedgehog gene can even cause cancer in kids.

Whether you're diligent about your SPF or overdue for your first skin check, this episode gives you the knowledge—and motivation—to protect yourself year-round.

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