Question 1

do melanomas start by bleeding and itching?

Accepted Answer

They can.: Moles that itch or bleed, and any changing skin lesion, should be evaluated.  Melanoma can present that way. Start with a call to your primary doctor, who may either see you themself first, or direct you on to a specialist (dermatologist).

Question 2

i have had weird pain and itching for 2 months. had biopsy a month ago. my derma still havent gave me results. im scared its melanoma?

Accepted Answer

Fretting: If it has been a month - I would call the dermatologist's office to get the results. Take care.

Question 3

few moles only 2 mm small diameter, look weird but have always been that way. no itching or anything. real chances of melanoma? most likely dysplasia?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: Your moles are quite small and of no major concern right now. Only if they grow to a bigger size or change their color and grow bigger should you be concerned and get a physician to check you. Remember the ABCD rule for Melanoma, where D, diameter is &gt;5 mm. It is possible to have melanoma in lesions of 2-3 mm but it has to be extremely rare.

Question 4

mole on back is itching,aching with pain, constantly sensitive around it too. melanoma? and will any derma do biopsy if i ask? will they test it??

Accepted Answer

Not typical melanom: Itching of  skin lesion usually from histamine release.  Pain comes from inflammation or another source of nerve irritation.  If there is mole on back does it have characteristics of melanoma such as variegated color pattern, nodular central lesion, erythema along margins suggesting transformation.  If appearance  of melanoma, while symptoms not characteristic, biopsy always required .

Question 5

pink spot on thigh that is very dry only itches if i touch it. when i rub over it i can feel it's a little raised. hoping not skin cancer ?

Accepted Answer

See your derm: Any new skin lesion or one that is changing should be brought to the attention of your friendly dermatologist. While skin cancers in 25 year olds are not common it does happen occasionally.

Remember to protect your skin by limiting your exposure to UV radiation and when you are out wear sunscreen and cover up as much as possible.

Question 6

does asymmetrical and sometimes itching mole necessarily indicate skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: The signs and symptoms you describe can't be attributed to skin cancer 100% of the time, but they still raise the suspicion of skin cancer.  Check it out with your doctor.

Question 7

if a mole is sometimes itching but itching isn't persistent, this could be a sign of skin cancer? knowing that the mole isn't perfectly symmetrical

Accepted Answer

Could be : Consult your doctor or dermatologist for any suspicious moles. Educate yourself about the abcd's of melnoma (this applies to other moles & skin lesions as well). See http://www.Melanomafoundation.Org/prevention/abcd.Htm.

Question 8

is it normel to bruise yourself if you ve had zoster for 7mon.i bruised my self under my chin after an itching episodei keep thinking of skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Get examined: You have asked similar questions previously and have been told that the way in which to solve this issue is to see a dermatologist and/or plastic surgeon. Nobody on the internet who cannot examine you and see the issue that is bothering you can respond intelligently. Go and be seen and hope this works well for you.

Question 9

is itching on scalp in one area only a symptom of skin cancer? can skin cancer develop underneath the hair and not just hairline? also is damaged skin with rash more vulnerable to uv light?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: Skin cancer can develop anywhere, but it is less likely in an area covered by hair. If you have any doubt, see your doctor.
Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/.
Get HPV vaccine. Wish you good health!

Question 10

is there any itching associated with skin cancer? my doctor recently referred me to a dermatologist about a suspicious mole on arm. seems itchier now

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Itching of a mole can be a red flag for skin cancer. See a dermatologist ASAP

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Do melanomas start by bleeding and itching?

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I have had weird pain and itching for 2 months. had biopsy a month ago. my derma still havent gave me results. im scared its melanoma?

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Few moles only 2 mm small diameter, look weird but have always been that way. no itching or anything. real chances of melanoma? most likely dysplasia?

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Mole on back is itching,aching with pain, constantly sensitive around it too. melanoma? and will any derma do biopsy if i ask? will they test it??

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Pink spot on thigh that is very dry only itches if i touch it. when i rub over it i can feel it's a little raised. hoping not skin cancer ?

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Does asymmetrical and sometimes itching mole necessarily indicate skin cancer?

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If a mole is sometimes itching but itching isn't persistent, this could be a sign of skin cancer? knowing that the mole isn't perfectly symmetrical

A member asked:

Is it normel to bruise yourself if you ve had zoster for 7mon.i bruised my self under my chin after an itching episodei keep thinking of skin cancer?

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Is itching on scalp in one area only a symptom of skin cancer? can skin cancer develop underneath the hair and not just hairline? also is damaged skin with rash more vulnerable to uv light?

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Is there any itching associated with skin cancer? my doctor recently referred me to a dermatologist about a suspicious mole on arm. seems itchier now

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