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Melanomas & Skin Cancer - Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention

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Melanoma is the most common skin cancer. It is derived from melanocytes, from which the potential of metastases is very high. When affected by such a disease, abnormally coloured spots may appear over the entire body. A podiatrist has the necessary qualifications to detect and diagnose abnormalities of the skin of the feet and legs.

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Symptoms

  • Cracked Foot Not Healing
  • A Growing Assymetric Patch
  • A sore that appears for no reason and does not heal
  • A circular nodule with a depression in the centre
  • An isolated rough area on the skin
  • A resilient plantar wart

Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer, and is caused by changes in melanocytes, which produce a skin pigment called melanin. Often patients will neglect to inspect between their toes, nail beds, and soles of their feet. Visiting your podiatrist is one of the best ways to avoid missing suspicious lesions (that might otherwise be missed by you). Ask your podiatrist to inspect the skin of your feet and ankles, especially if a family history was positive for skin cancers.

Podiatric Interventions

The Diagnosis of Melanomas

The soles of the feet have a unique skin that can develop coloured tumours, even without exposure to the sun. This area is conducive to the formation of melanoma and other skin cancers. Our clinic is geared towards preventing melanoma as well as improving your health. The podiatrist will arrange a full examination to detect the presence of benign or malignant lesions.

Prevention of Skin Cancer

During a preventive consultation, the podiatrist performs a medical history, physical examination, and, if necessary, a minor skin biopsy. A small sample of the skin will be sent to a laboratory specializing in pathology. This service is offered exclusively at our clinic. Contact us for preventive detection of skin cancer.

Know the ABC's of Melanoma

Skin cancer can result from damage caused by the sun’s rays. The skin of the feet can also be the site of cancers caused by viruses, chemical exposures, chronic inflammation, and irritation. Feet are rarely discussed during medical visits. At our clinic, the podiatrist carries out a complete inspection at each visit in the interests of preventive health. In addition, you can also perform an inspection of your feet using the ABCs of melanoma:


Asymmetry: The visible shape is asymmetrical; when divided in half, the two parts of the lesion are unequal.
Border: The contour of the lesion is irregular and sometimes diffuse.
Colour: May contain more than one colour as well as different tones.
Diameter: The lesion is more than 5 mm in width and can grow over time.
Elevation: The skin texture is different to the touch compared to other areas of the body.