Kabir Khan Kabir Khan Asked 9 months ago

How to recognize skin cancer?

I spend a lot of time outdoors for my work, and I've heard about skin cancer being a risk from sun exposure. What are the signs of skin cancer? How can I recognise it if something looks suspicious on my skin?

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Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Hey, please don't get overly anxious about this. Usually, you look for any new mole, or an old mole that is changing its shape, size, or color, or a sore that doesn't heal. It's best to show any suspicious spot to a dermatologist for peace of mind.

Pooja Malhotra Pooja Malhotra Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

I literally spend hours checking every little spot on my skin because I worry so much. If you have a mole that has uneven borders or is asymmetric, please go to a doctor to get it checked so you don't keep stressing about it like me.

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Consult a dermatologist

Rohan Mehta Rohan Mehta Joined May 2026 6 months ago

While eating antioxidant-rich food is great for skin health, it cannot prevent or cure serious skin changes. If you notice any weirdly shaped dark spots or growing bumps, please go directly to a dermatologist instead of relying on diet tips.

Suresh Prabhu Suresh Prabhu Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I once ignored a small, crusty patch on my ear thinking it was just dry skin, and it turned out to be more serious. Any lesion that bleeds easily, grows, or changes color needs to be biopsied by a proper doctor immediately. Don't delay.

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Divya Rao Divya Rao Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

A lot of us with moles get confused about what is normal. Just remember the ABCDE rule: look for asymmetry, border irregularities, color changes, diameter larger than a pencil eraser, and evolution over time. If anything looks off, just book a dermatologist appointment.

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