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Skin Cancer Moles On Back
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Cancerous mole
on my back?
See a dermatologist: If there is a concern you should see your physician or a dermatologist. ...Read more
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Cancer (Definition)
Cancer is a group of diseases that is characterized by uncontrolled cell growth leading to invasion of surrounding tissues that spread to other parts of the body. Cancer can begin anywhere in the body and is usually related to one or more genetic mutations that allow normal cells to become malignant by interfering with internal cellular control mechanisms, such as programmed cell death or by preventing ...Read more
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Brief me on skin cancer and skin biopsies.
What is the Question: Please tell us what you want to know about skin biopsies? Skin Cancer is of 3 types: Basal cell cancer and squamous cell cancer are relatively slow growing and considered rather benign in their behavior and are nearly 100 cured with a simple excision. Melanoma is less common, yet much more serious as a cancer as it tends to spread inside the body and can cause death once it spreads beyond the skin ...Read more
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How do cancerous moles spread on your skin?
Lymphatics: Skin cancer spreads through your lymphatic system. ...Read more
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Can skin cancer always start on the skin?
Yes: Skin cancer, in any of its varieties, starts in the skin. There are similar cancers that can start in other sites but they would not be called skin cancer. Also, other cancers can spread to the skin but again, you don't call it skin cancer. The cancer is usually named by its place of origin. ...Read more
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Skin cancer
does skin cancer only come from moles?
No: many sources: Although moles may develop into skin cancer, it can take on many other forms such as an ulcer, nodule, cyst, plaque, cutaneous horn, papule and other presentations. ...Read more
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Is white blotches on stomach skin cancer?
Probably not: After the age of 30-35, the most likely cause for blotchy skin lesions you describe would be a benign condition called seborrheic keratoses. Nevertheless, if you are concerned, the safest course would be to have your doctor check them out, and possibly biopsy one or more. ...Read more
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Are white spots on my skin a from of skin cancer?
Need to see: See your doctor or better yet a dermatologist. Many skin lesions can be white and be normal. A dermatologist can check your skin and help diagnose and treat if necessary. Some causes of white spots include idiopathic guttate hypomelanosis to vitiligo. Skin cancer does not typically present as white spots. ...Read more
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Shave bio on mod dysplastic nevi, could melanoma grow without any visible signs on surface of skin?
Get lesion excised: Dysplastic lesions are better addressed by excision rather than monitoring as scar tissue or loss of color in lesion may impede detection in a shave biopsy site. ...Read more
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Could cancer moles only mean skin cancer?
Not sure: I'm really not sure how to answer your question. If you have been diagnosed by a pathologist with "cancer moles" that could mean that you have skin cancer, but most doctors do not use a term like "cancer mole". Doctors usually use more specific terms like "squamous cell carcinoma", "basal cell carcinoma", "melanoma", etc. If you could tell me exactly what the pathologist said, i could explain. ...Read more
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Can skin cancer on the right shoulder blade, itch?
Yes: Yes and be associated with bleeding also. ...Read more
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Pinkish mark on arm...now bigger and purple...melanoma cancer?
Dermatologist: If this skin lesion stands out from any other skin lesions and doesn't recede, get it checked by a dermatologist for peace of mind. ...Read more
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Strawbery blonde wih many freckles, have noticed several shiny bumps on skin (face, back of neck & arms) only 28 and worried it could be skin cancer?
Get checked: It is not too early to get a full body skin cancer examination to evaluate all marks and determine if any should not be there. Use a sunscreen with an spf of 30 or greater and reapply every two hours. ...Read more
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Pimple on breast turn to cancer?
Not likely: But if there are any concerns about a lesion on the breast - please have it medically evaluated. ...Read more
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2 red raised skin lumps look like moles bright red in colour on neck and back are these cancerous?
A dermatologist: Should evaluate for a) asymmetry b)irregular border c)varied or multicolor d)diameter > 1 cm. ...Read more
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Can i remove moles on the collarbone area?
See a physician: I wouldn't recommend removing these on your own. See a physician to have the moles removed, so that pathology can be done on the moles to rule out the possibility of cancer. ...Read more
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I have 4 new moles on scalp can they be skin cancer?
Not sure: Sorry, but without looking and feeling, really unable to tell. Best to see your doctor for evaluation. Best of luck. Dr R ...Read more
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New raised mole on skin: could it be melanoma?
Could be: It could be, particularly if it is asymmetrical in its color distribution, has irregular border, has color variation, and a diameter larger than a pencil eraser. Get it checked out if it concerns you; a good dermatologist can suggest if this really needs to be biopsied or removed. ...Read more
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How are moles on your skin related to cancer?
Have new ones checkd: Although changes in our skin are normal as we age, if u notice new changes that r concerning have them looked at by your regular doctor. Most benign skin changes are easy to identify by looking at them. Skin cancer identification is defined by the a, b, c's. A- asymmetric shape. B- borders that are irregular, c-color (multiple colors are concerning) there are some more features but these r basics. ...Read more
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Two hard bumps under skin on penis. Tumors?
Hard bump: This may be as harmless as a blocked hair follicle, but may be a more serious infection, harmless or harmful tumor. Please get it checked by a healthcare professional. ...Read more
Moles (Definition)
A mole (also called a nevus) is a localized overgrowth of pigment-producing cells (melanocytes) in the skin. Most moles are benign. However, these cells can become cancerous. This is known as melanoma, ...Read more
Skin Cancer (Definition)
A condition in which some element of your skin which is one of the most complex organs in the body, degenerates into cancer, with the cancerous (malignant) cells growing ...Read more
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