Can You Accidentally Shave Off Melanoma?
Maybe you’ve read a few things about “picking off” a melanoma, but what about shaving it off—by accident? Are you wondering if melanoma can be picked off? “It is moles and nevus or seborrheic keratosis [...]
Mole with White Spot in Center
Find out what it could mean if a mole has a white spot in it. I have a mole that has a white (or actually, flesh or cream colored; it’s hard to tell) spot kind [...]
Can White Pimples on Penis Be Caused by Cancer?
A dermatologist names some causes of white bumps or pimple-like growths on the penis. White pimples, bumps or small growths can appear on one’s penis; what are some causes? “The most benign condition that causes [...]
Can a Red Spot on the Lip Be Cancer?
A dermatologist lists many causes of a red spot the lip; find out if cancer is one. What can cause a red spot on the lip? Can cancer be a cause? Rebecca Tung, MD, explains [...]
Can a TCA Peel off a Melanoma?
Find out if it’s possible for a TCA to peel off a melanoma... You may be wondering if even the thinnest melanoma can be peeled off with a TCA treatment. “Melanoma will not be affected by [...]
New Mole but You’re 60-Plus: May Be Melanoma
If you’ve discovered a new mole and you’re 60-plus, don’t wait to get this checked out by a dermatologist. If you’re over age 60 you may be noticing new spots arising on your skin on [...]
Melanoma in Fingernails: Blacks Not Immune to Skin Cancer
People of color are at higher risk for melanoma (skin cancer) in their fingernails. Melanoma can arise in the fingernail, or nail bed, and is called acral lentiginous melanoma. Below is a photo of what this [...]
Is a Scab that Won’t Heal Always Cancer?
Can a non-healing scab be benign or is it always cancer? You’ve probably heard for years that one of the classic signs of cancer is “a scab that won’t heal.” But is a non-healing scab [...]
Can an Age Spot Turn into Melanoma? Yes, Says Doctor
“In a small number of cases, melanoma can start out as an age spot, but typically a melanoma looks darker, is more asymmetrical, has more variation in brown color, making it look darker, and is [...]
How Does Melanoma Get on the Bottom of a Toe?
It's true: People have been diagnosed with melanoma on the BOTTOM of a toe--a place that's almost always in total darkness. How the heck is this possible? “Yes, melanoma can exist anywhere,” says Rebecca Baxt, [...]
Tiny Red Bumps on Neck: Causes, Solutions
Are you flustered over all those tiny red bumps on your neck and wondering what’s been causing them? If you have a situation on your neck that can be described as “tiny” or “small red [...]
When an Itching Mole Begins Bothering You
Here's what a dermatologist says about itching moles. If you’re concerned about an itching mole (could it be melanoma?), first make sure that the itching is coming from the actual spot itself, rather than [...]
Can a Changing Mole Be Benign or Is It Always Melanoma?
We’ve been scared by the media about changes in moles, and skin cancer, a la, “If you notice any changes in a mole, see a doctor immediately, as this could mean skin cancer.” And you [...]
Do the Big Moles on Your Child’s Back Have You Worried?
Lots of big moles on your child's back can be intimidating to look at. With all the heightened awareness over the past decade of moles, melanoma and skin cancer, it's only natural that you'd be [...]
Are Most Funny Looking Moles Normal & Benign?
A dermatologist speaks about strange or weird looking moles. Have you discovered a funny looking mole on your body and wonder if it’s melanoma? The aggravating thing about finding a strange looking spot is when [...]
What Does Precancerous or Atypical Mole Mean?
Atypical Mole Have you been told you have a precancerous or atypical mole? Perhaps you were too afraid to ask your physician to explain in more detail what a precancerous or atypical mole [...]
Are Purple Moles Normal or Possible Cancer?
Do you have a purple mole? If so, are you worried that your mole has cancer because it's purple? "The color of a mole may vary within normal ranges, and purple color may not necessarily [...]
New Moles in Middle Age People: Melanoma or Benign?
New moles in older age are cause for concern, according to many dermatologists. What if a newly discovered mole after age 40 looks normal? Should you have a new mole examined anyways? Dr. Monica Halem, MD, [...]
Fading Moles: Melanoma, or Could this Be Something Else Besides Skin Cancer?
Is a fading mole, one that's getting lighter, worrying you about melanoma? Have you noticed a mole on your body has been fading or getting lighter? You've heard that melanoma skin cancer that develops in a [...]
Melanoma Skin Cancer: When Changing Moles Are Benign
Melanoma: What can cause a mole to change besides skin cancer? We've been alarmed by the media when it comes to changing moles -- to See your doctor immediately if you have a changing mole to [...]
What Those Tiny Red Dots on Your Skin Might Mean
Have you noticed red dots suddenly appearing on your skin? Or maybe a single red dot, and you wonder how long it's been there on your skin? Could melanoma skin cancer first appear as a [...]
Rough Red Patch on Nose or Cheek: What This Might Be
Concerned or worried about that rough red patch on your nose or cheek? Perhaps you also have some scaly reddish or pink patches on your forehead, maybe between your eyebrows or even beneath your eyebrows. [...]
Red Dots on Skin: 19 Causes, Some Serious
Basal cell carcinoma. Source: cancer.gov Red dots on the skin usually don't mean cancer - usually. But you should get acquainted with your skin and what is normal for it versus not normal, [...]