Melanoma Risk Test

Melanoma is the least common of skin cancers, but it is the most dangerous. Unfortunately, unlike other skin cancers, it can also be seen in young adults. The incidence of melanoma and its associated death rates are increasing. The risk of melanoma is higher in some people. We recommend answering the test below to get an idea of ​​your risk.

1. How old are you?

• 20-29

• 30-39

• 40-49

• 50-59

• 60-69

• 70-79

• 80+

2. Your gender?

• Female

• Male

3. Have you been diagnosed with skin cancer or melanoma?

• Yes (2)

• No (0)

4. Do your parents or siblings also have skin cancer or melanoma?

• Yes (2)

• No (0)

5. Is your real hair color blonde or red?

• Yes (2)

• No (0)

6. Are your eye color blue, green or hazel?

• Yes (2)

• No (0)

7. When you go out in the sun in summer;

• I always blush, I never tan (2)

• I mostly blush, I rarely tan (1)

• Sometimes I blush, but sometimes I tan (0.5)

• I mostly or never blush, I always tan (0)

8. How many moles do you have on one arm (the area between the wrists and the shoulder)?

• 0-5 (0)

• 6-10 (1)

• 11+ (2)

9. Did you often get sunburned and have blisters on your skin as a child?

• Always (2)

• Sometimes (1)

• Almost never happened (0)

10. Are there any freckles on the face or shoulders?

• Yes (2)

• No (0)

11. Do you have an immunosuppressant disease or are you taking medication? (Those with organ transplants, cancer patients, those receiving chemotherapy or radiotherapy r, those using cortisone)

• Yes (2)

• No (0)

12. Have you ever been in a solarium?

• Never (0)

• 2-3 times a year (0.5)

• Once a month (1)

• Frequently (2)

Review your results Check

When you add up the points next to the answers, if the result is more than 2, your risk of melanoma is increased. The risk of developing melanoma increases with age. The risk is higher in men than in women. The first two questions are not scored to indicate your risk according to your age group and gender. But it was added to the test to remind you that your risk increases as you get older and to emphasize the importance of gender. You can get more detailed information by contacting your dermatologist.

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