Both age spots and skin cancer can appear anywhere on the body And your age isn't all that helpful either If you're 30 or older, you could develop age spots (People with a certain genetic component can develop them at age 2 or older) The link between age and skin cancer is tricky Basal and squamous cell skin cancers are more common in older people, while melanomas occur in people of all ages What happens if you suspect skin cancer? Age spots can easily be confused with melanoma Find out the difference between skin cancer and "sun" spots and when to call the doctor By Madeline R Vann, MPHUnfortunately for all of us, skin cancer can look a lot like age spots This is why it's important to visit a dermatologist if you see a new and unusual spot on your skin Skin cancer comes in many forms, but all are most commonly caused by UV light from the sun or tanning beds (Stay away from those beds, ladies
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