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Unexpected places you can get skin cancer
These parts of the body aren't obvious
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Most of us know we have to keep a close eye on moles for any changes, and protect ourselves from the sun, bearing the possibility of skin cancer in mind. What many of us might not realize, however, is that this type of cancer can actually affect parts of the body that aren't exposed to UV light. Melanoma and cancerous moles can actually occur anywhere in the body. Finding these 'hidden' melanomas is all the more urgent, as they can go undetected for longer, increasing your overall health risk.
Click on to discover the unexpected areas of the body where you can get skin cancer.
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