Anjali Das Anjali Das Asked 3 months ago

How to know if a spot is skin cancer?

My father has this small spot on his hand that looks a bit odd, it's been there for a few months now. I'm really worried. How can we tell if it's something serious like skin cancer or just a normal mole?

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Santosh Devi Santosh Devi Joined Apr 2026 3 months ago
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Beta, if you see any new spot on your skin, or an old mole changes, you must show it to a doctor. We don't know these things ourselves. Look for if it's changing size, color, or shape, or if it starts itching or bleeding. Don't delay, okay?

Rajesh Sharma Rajesh Sharma Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago

This is a very important question. For skin spots, doctors often teach the 'ABCDE' rule to identify suspicious moles: A for Asymmetry, B for irregular Border, C for Color changes, D for Diameter greater than 6mm, and E for Evolving (any changes in size, shape, color, or symptoms). If you notice any of these, please consult a dermatologist right away for proper examination.

Alok Sharma Alok Sharma Joined Mar 2026 3 months ago

Oh, the joys of having moles! I swear every new spot sends me into a Google spiral. But seriously, for skin cancer, the doc told me to remember the ABCDE rule: Asymmetry, Border irregularity, Color changes, Diameter (over 6mm), Evolving (changing). If your spot looks suspicious, don't play doctor, go see one!

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Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Feb 2026 3 months ago

Hey, it's good to be vigilant about your skin. For checking suspicious spots, remember the 'ABCDE' rule. A for Asymmetry, B for irregular Border, C for Color changes, D for Diameter bigger than a pencil eraser (about 6mm), and E for Evolving (meaning it's changing in size, shape, or color). If you see any of these, please don't delay, go see a dermatologist.

Ananya Sharma Ananya Sharma Joined Jan 2026 3 months ago

For skin cancer, you absolutely cannot self-diagnose. You need a dermatologist. At a good hospital, they'll check any suspicious spot using a dermatoscope. The key indicators are changes in a mole's size, shape, color, or if it starts bleeding or itching. Always show it to a specialist and ask them clearly what it is.

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Rahul Verma Rahul Verma Joined Feb 2026 3 months ago

I'm always checking my skin after workouts, especially after being in the sun. For suspicious spots, the general rule is to look for changes in existing moles or new, unusual growths. Specifically, watch for spots that are asymmetric, have irregular borders, varied color, are larger than 6mm, or are evolving (changing). If you see any of these, skip the gym and go see a dermatologist immediately.

Aryan Sharma Aryan Sharma Joined Apr 2026 3 months ago

I actually use an app that lets you log moles and track changes, which can be super helpful for monitoring. But for actual diagnosis, you need a doctor. The key signs for skin cancer, specifically melanoma, are the ABCDEs: Asymmetry, irregular Borders, multiple Colors, Diameter larger than 6mm, and any Evolution (changes over time). If anything looks off, get it professionally checked.

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