Even Small Moles Can Become Skin Cancer [DermTV.com Epi #301]

Some people don't worry about "small" moles because they incorrectly think they can't turn into a melanoma (a form of skin cancer). In this episode of DermTV, Dr. Schultz debunks this myth and explains.

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[missandix]

i wish you could be my doctor...

[mi55m00n]

hello, i was wondering about moles in relation to laser hair removal. As you know sometimes moles can crust over and slough off, my question is if the mole is gone or even looks like a feint freckle does that area still need to be checked for melanoma? And for that matter what happens if you forget where the mole was. i hope you get a chance to answer :)

[princessmelody7]

I have a small mole on my face that i've had my whole life. It's said to be a 'beauty mark', but now it's starting to look swolen and it hurts when I press on it. Im also afraid because I saw what I thought was some sort of small zit on it, I poped it and puss came out, then blood. Im very scared. Oh, and im only 14. What is it? DX

[JezebelInHell]

Hello! Can you please do a video about lipomas? I went to my dermatologist and show her my lipomas that i have in my head.. They are small but i think that the did grow the last years.. She said to me that it is nothing and if it disturbs me or get bigger then we can have them removed, but it is not necessary. I am also scared because they are in my head :( Please can you do a video.. I am searching in the internet and i can see that many people have the same problem.

[xXiDkglitchersXx]

@missandix why?

[rchiariello]

Now I'm worried! I have 4 larger, flat moles in a cluster on my back and several small ones on my arms (or are they freckles?) I've never thought about them before. I don't even remember when I started getting them. Both of my parents and younger brother have LOTS of these same flat moles on their backs. I also have fair skin and freckles. I'm 22 and never thought about seeing a doctor. Neither of my parents ever talked to me about this! I wonder if they are as uneducated about this as I am!

[NicoleNightlyTV]

This caught my eye because Im heading to my derm for my first skin cancer screening... yes I know, I should've been going =/ Wish me luck

[Knoxlette]

Folks, please get your annual "mole patrol". My dr. found three last week and removed them. Painless and simple right there in the office and I feel so much better knowing they're off. So, please don't wait.

[goode2shuz1]

always good to have moles checked out by your doctor.

[MsLovin2010]

Thanks for the information:)

[SelenityLuz]

I had a very small mole and never thought it can be one that can lead to cancer. It was removed by surgery.