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Describe the ABCDE rule for detecting melanomas.

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What are the elements of the three-prong strategy for early detection of breast cancer?



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Answer to Question 1

Aasymmetry.
Bborder irregularity.
Ccolor, non-uniform.
Ddiameter greater than six millimeters.
Eevolving; changes in skin texture or color.

Answer to Question 2

1 . Breast self-exam:
- In shower.
- Before a mirror.
- Lying down.
2 . Clinical breast exam with physician.
3 . Mammogram: specialized X-ray.




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