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Skin itch ? i have one small spot on my upper back that i he's like crazy for a few months. should i have it checked for skin cancer

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Recommend: annual head to toe dermatological evaluation. So - have it examined for diagnosis and get all skin checked.

Answered 11/30/2014

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Dr. Susan Rhoads answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Get checked, yes.: Any change in the skin is worth getting checked to be safe. Itching can be a sign, but does not mean cancer for sure. Only an exam and biopsy can tell. See http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/type/skin-cancer/about/skin-cancer-symptoms

Answered 11/30/2014

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