How to find out if a mole is cancerous or not?

Question

Hi doctor,

There is a mole like appearance on the back of my thigh. I am worried if it is a cancerous one. Please help me.

Answer 1

Hi,

I am glad you chose icliniq for your medical-related queries.

I understand your concern and will try to help you with it.

Please send the photo for better management. Also, mention since when it is present?
Please mention whether it has changed the shape or size. If yes, what is the change?
Is there any symptom over this lesion?

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Answer 2

Hi,

Welcome back to icliniq.com.

I read and understand your concern.

On looking at the picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity), I would suggest you visit your local dermatologist to get the dermatoscopic examination done. Also, get a biopsy done, as it does have some differential pigmentation and irregular borders on visual examination. Dermatoscopy is an instrument with which lesions can be viewed under high magnification. Skin biopsy is a procedure in which a tiny portion of the lesion will be taken and sent for biopsy. It is a 10 minute procedure done under local anesthesia.

Looking forward to your response in order to help you.

Thank you.