Signs to watch for skin cancer nyc new york ny

A small 2mm mole without other changes is very unlikely to be a skin cancer or at significant risk to become one. You were correct to insist that the tissue be sent for microscopic examination rather than burning off the mole. Hopefully the biopsy report will be reassuring when it comes back from the dermatopathologist. Please use the ABCDE's as your guide for when to be concerned about moles: Asymmetry; Irregular Borders; black or uneven Colors; Diameter greater than a pencil eraser; and a growth that is Evolving or changing. You can follow the video link below to learn more about identifying the changes in moles that are suspicious for skin cancer.