Skin Cancer Guides — Complete Library
The full ScanSkinAI library on skin cancer: melanoma, basal cell carcinoma, squamous cell carcinoma, sun damage, suspicious spots, AI dermatology evidence, and country-by-country data. Plain English, reviewed by a GMC-registered doctor, designed to be read once and revisited monthly.
Reviewed by Dr. Iwasa (GMC-registered) · Updated May 2026 · Educational only — not a medical diagnosis.
What is in this skin cancer library?
Five long-form pillar guides plus 60+ cluster articles covering every common form of skin cancer, the warning patterns to look for, the risk factors that matter, when to see a dermatologist, and how to use ScanSkinAI's free AI screening tools as a safe second opinion between visits.
ScanSkinAI is a screening and monitoring tool only. It does not diagnose skin cancer and does not replace dermoscopy, biopsy or a qualified dermatologist.
The 5 pillar guides
Long-form, plain-English deep dives. Read these first, then drill into the cluster articles below.
Mole Check at Home: A Complete Guide
ABCDE rule, the 'ugly duckling' sign, what to photograph each month, and how to use a free AI mole check between dermatologist visits.
Read full guideMelanoma Early Detection Guide
How early melanoma actually looks, the warning signs that matter most, screening intervals by risk level, and where AI fits in.
Read full guideBasal Cell Carcinoma: A Complete Guide
Pearly bumps, non-healing sores and red patches — what BCC looks like, why it matters, and how AI screening can help spot it early.
Read full guideSun Damaged Skin on Chest & Back
Why the chest and back collect the worst sun damage, which spots are normal versus worrying, and how to monitor them with AI.
Read full guideAI Dermatologist Explained
What an AI dermatologist actually is, how ScanSkinAI works, what it can and cannot do, and how to use it alongside a real doctor.
Read full guideMelanoma & mole detection
Everything on melanoma — the deadliest skin cancer when caught late and one of the most curable when caught early.
Basal & squamous cell carcinoma
Non-melanoma skin cancers — far more common than melanoma, easy to spot once you know the patterns.
Sun damage, prevention & UV
Most skin cancers are caused by UV exposure. Learn what damaged skin looks like and how to prevent more.
Worrying spots & symptoms
Plain-English help when a single spot is on your mind.
AI dermatology & evidence
How AI mole and skin scanning actually works, and what the science says.
Skin cancer around the world
Country-specific data, screening pathways and incidence statistics.
- Skin Cancer Statistics 2026
- Skin Cancer in the US
- Skin Cancer by US State
- Skin Cancer in the UK
- Skin Cancer in Australia
- Skin Cancer in New Zealand
- Skin Cancer in France
- Skin Cancer in Spain
- Skin Cancer in South Africa
- Sunbed Skin Cancer (UK)
- Skin Cancer Symptoms (NHS)
- Skin Cancer in Queensland
- Melanoma in Young Americans
- Skin Cancer in Skin of Color (US)
- Melanoma NZ Early Detection
- How to Get a Skin Check (by country)
Free AI skin cancer screening tools
Pair these guides with a free, 60-second AI screening from ScanSkinAI. Screening and monitoring only — not a medical diagnosis.
Skin Cancer Check (Online)
Free AI screening for spots that worry you.
Mole Checker
ABCDE-pattern AI mole screening in 60 seconds.
Melanoma Checker
AI scan focused on melanoma warning patterns.
Check Your Mole
Quick self-check guide + AI image analysis.
Skin Illness Scan
AI analysis for rashes, bumps and unknown spots.
6-Cancer Risk Check
NCI-validated multi-cancer risk assessment.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about the library and how to use it safely.
What are the main types of skin cancer covered in this library?
Melanoma, basal cell carcinoma (BCC) and squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) — plus precancerous changes like actinic keratosis and sun damage. Each has dedicated guides linked above.
Where should I start if I'm worried about a specific spot?
Start with the Mole Check Complete Guide for the ABCDE rule, then run a free AI screening at /skin-cancer-check-online or /mole-checker. If anything is changing, bleeding or non-healing, book a dermatologist within 4 weeks.
Can AI replace a dermatologist for skin cancer detection?
No. AI tools like ScanSkinAI are screening and monitoring aids only. They do not diagnose skin cancer and do not replace dermoscopy, biopsy or a qualified doctor. They are best used between dermatologist visits.
How often should I check my skin for cancer?
Most dermatologists recommend a head-to-toe self-check once a month, plus an annual professional skin check if you have risk factors (fair skin, family history, many moles, prior sunburns, outdoor work, immunosuppression).
Is this library free?
Yes. Every guide and every AI screening tool linked here is free, with no paywall, no signup and no ads.
Medical disclaimer: ScanSkinAI is a screening and monitoring tool for educational purposes only. It does not diagnose skin cancer or any other disease and does not replace examination, dermoscopy or biopsy by a qualified dermatologist. If you are worried about a spot — especially one that is changing, bleeding or non-healing — please book a doctor.