We have exciting news for you! We’re thrilled to announce the relaunch of our beloved Check a Molegame, now with exciting new features!

Check a Mole

In skin cancer prevention, along with protection from harmful UV rays and an annual examination by a dermatologist, monthly self-examination is essential. This involves evaluating each mole and spot according to the ABCDE rule. We’ll explain what each letter stands for on the adjacent page. Our free online game, Check a Mole helps you internalize the ABCDE rule in a playful way. Spot suspicious moles as quickly as possible, earn points, and secure your spot on the high score list!

For free

Check a Mole is completely free and can be played on any device with internet access. Open www.spotthedot.org/game in your web browser. You can start playing immediately – no download or registration required!

The ABCDE Rule

Melanomas have typical features that make them quite recognizable. In particular, distinguishing between melanoma and a mole is relevant. We hope that the ABCDE rules we provide will help you examine your skin from head to toe every month. Self-checks do not replace annual skin examinations by a doctor, but they offer the best opportunity to detect early signs of skin cancer. If you notice changes in a mole or discover a new one that looks suspicious, see a doctor.

When examining the skin, it’s important to assess every spot, mole, and scaly dry patch according to specific criteria. It’s best to follow the ABCDE rule. These characteristics are used by dermatologists to classify melanomas of the skin. Look for these signs: Asymmetry, irregular Borders, more than one or uneven distribution of Color, or a large (greater than 6mm) Diameter. Finally, pay attention to the Evolution of your moles – know what’s normal for your skin and check it regularly for changes. Besides learning more in our game, here is a video that might help you to know what to look out for when you check your skin:

Game on

Ready to play? Go to www.spotthedot.org/game

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