How to test for skin cancer?

Question

I've had this mole on my back for years, but recently it's changed shape a little bit. My wife told me to get it checked. What's the process for testing if it could be skin cancer?

Sarla Thakkar · Accepted Answer

Hello! The first step is to do a self-check using the ABCDE rule—look for asymmetry, irregular borders, color changes, large diameter, or evolving size of any mole. If you notice any of these, please visit a dermatologist who will examine it with a dermatoscope.

Sanjay Verma · Answer

Instead of worrying, just visit any local dermatologist. They will physically examine the spot under a special magnifying tool. If they find it suspicious, they will do a small, budget-friendly skin biopsy right there in the clinic to get it tested.

Kriti Saxena · Answer

I completely panicked when a dark spot on my back grew larger last year, thinking the worst. I rushed to the doctor, and it was just a harmless seborrheic keratosis. Go get a professional dermatologist checkup; most of the time, it turns out to be nothing scary!

Ishaan Sharma · Answer

I had a weird mole on my arm that started bleeding. I went straight to a derm, and he did a quick skin biopsy under local anesthesia. It turned out to be completely benign, but getting it tested was the best decision for my peace of mind.

Arun Kumar · Answer

Totally agree. A dermatologist performing a skin biopsy is the only definitive way to test for skin cancer.

Ramesh Patel · Answer

Bhaiya, agar sharir par koi naya til ya purana nishan badal raha hai, to use halke me mat lijiye. Shehar ke acche chamdi ke doctor ko dikha lijiye. Wo janch karke bata denge ki koi chinta ki baat hai ya nahi.

How to test for skin cancer?

6 answers

Consult a dermatologist

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