Deadly skin cancer starts as new spots on the skin, not moles, in more than two-thirds of cases, new research reveals.
In 71 per cent of incidences, melanoma, the most life-threatening form of skin cancer, develops as marks on the skin, rather than arising from existing moles, a study found.
For unclear reasons, melanomas from existing moles generally have a better prognosis than those that appear as new spots, the research adds.
Yet, despite these findings, experts still recommend people check their moles regularly for any changes.
The below ABCDE guideline tells you what to look out for.
