Skin cancer occurs when abnormal skin cells grow excessively, and is most often caused by ultraviolet radiation from the sun. The are a few different kinds of skin cancers, the most deadly of which is melanoma. Although melanoma accounts for less than 1 percent of all skin cancers, it makes up the vast majority of skin cancer deaths, according to the skin cancer foundation. Melanoma can develop anywhere on the body, even in places that are not usually exposed to the sun.

This is why it is so important to check your skin regularly, including the soles of your feet, between your fingers, and on your scalp. Use a full-length mirror with the aide of a hand mirror to check the trickier places, or ask a family member or a partner to do it for you. Most spots or moles are normal and harmless, so when checking your skin, remember your ABCDEs and look out for these five signs:

In this case we are looking for moles or spots that are significantly asymmetrical in shape. Check whether one half matches the other.

According to WebMD the borders of your moles should be relatively even. If they are ragged, notched or blurred, see your doctor.

A healthy mole has even coloring. Causes of concern are shades of brown or black, or patches of pink, white or red.

d) Diameter.

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