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Q: When Should I Have My First Screening

asked by: matt182 on February 7th, 2007

Experienced User

Hey im only 19, ive got quite a lot of moles on my body, I was wondering when I would usually have a screening for cancer. I know the earliest is best but im only 19?? I dont have any particular suspiscions.

Thanks

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sallyann2007

replied on March 3rd, 2007

New User

I don't see any reason why you cannot have a cursory mole examination done now. At least your doctor will have a base line. I can tell you from experience that your just going to get more as you get older.
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