Skin Health Insights: Expert Advice from Chattanooga’s Dermatology Leaders
Welcome to the Chattanooga Skin and Cancer Clinic blog, your trusted resource for
skin health education and professional advice. As a locally owned practice, we are
dedicated to keeping our community informed.
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Is That Spot on Your Skin Normal? 6 Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Is That Spot on Your Skin Normal? 6 Warning Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore You notice something on your arm that wasn’t there before. It’s small, maybe slightly raised, and it looks a little different from the freckles you’ve had for years. You tell yourself it’s probably nothing. A few weeks pass, and it’s still there,…
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How Often Should You Get a Full-Body Skin Cancer Screening? (Age-by-Age Guide)
A full-body skin cancer screening is one of the most straightforward steps you can take to protect your health. A board-certified dermatologist checks your skin from head to toe, looking for moles, spots, or lesions that may need attention. The exam is quick, painless, and in many cases, it saves lives. Yet most people do…
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How to tell if a mole is cancerous: the ABCDE rule explained
Knowing what to look for can save your life. Learn how our board-certified dermatologists use the ABCDE method to identify suspicious moles and when it’s time to schedule a professional skin exam at our Chattanooga clinic.
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Basal Cell vs Squamous Cell Carcinoma: What’s the Difference?
While both are highly treatable when caught early, these two types of skin cancer look and behave differently, learn the key distinctions in symptoms, appearances, and treatment options provided by our expert clinical team.
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What to Expect at Your First Full-Body Skin Exam
Take the anxiety out of the unknown by learning how our residency-trained specialists perform a thorough, head-to-toe skin screening to detect concerns early and keep your skin healthy for years to come.
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