I have 3 blackhead-like places on the upper bridge of my nose. The rest of my skin is fairly clear. In this certain place, my skin is very thin from a chicken pox scar that never healed, that I put collagen on to try and plump. I've scrubbed gently and they won't go away. Could this be skin cancer?
2006-08-26 18:27:56 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Cancer
Doesn't sound like skin cancer:
The ABC's of skin cancer include any change or development in a mole or skin growth that should prompt you to see a dermatologist. These may include;
A- Asymmetry- You should notice the general look of your moles or growths, for example, if one half of the mole or growth does not match the other half.
B- Border Irregularity - If the edges of the growth are ragged, notched or blurred.
C- Color - The pigmentation of the growth is not uniform. Shades of tan, brown and black are present. Dashes of red, white and blue add to the mottled appearance.
D- Diameter - If the width is greater than 6 millimeters (about the size of a pencil eraser), it could be an indicator of an abnormal skin growth. Generally, any new mole growth should be a concern.
2006-08-26 18:29:44 · answer #1 · answered by Cheryl S 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Melanoma, a very serious type of skin cancer has two hallmark symptoms. The have irregular color and irregular margins. (i.e. the blemish has mutiple colors and/or an irregular outer edge. If you have either get to a doctor immediately. Melanoma has a very good prognosis when cought early and removed surgically, (a simple procedure done with a local anesthetic).. It becomes very hard to treat when it has spread or the primary lesion is large and deep. If you have any doubts see a doctor as soon as possible. Melanoma kills. Chances are it is not melanoma but please do not take chances. When in doubt check it out.
Doc. Dan.
2006-08-26 18:37:12 · answer #2 · answered by Dan S 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's hard to tell from your description, but anything out of the ordinary on your skin that has had a lot of sun exposure should be looked at by a dermatologist. If you catch skin cancers in time, they are curable--even malignant melanoma. Any doubt will cause anxiety, and it's just better to be safe than sorry.
2006-08-26 18:32:34 · answer #3 · answered by AFL lover 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cheryl S gave you the ABC's of Melanoma.
That does not stand true for all skin cancers.
It does not sound like cancer, but to be sure, see your Dermatologist.
CC
2006-08-26 19:13:25 · answer #4 · answered by cheeky chic 379 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no this may not be a skin cancer
any way consult a doctor
2006-08-26 18:30:44 · answer #5 · answered by rajan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask a doctor
2006-08-26 18:31:17 · answer #6 · answered by Evil D 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, its cancer. Cut your nose off...its the only way.
2006-08-26 18:32:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 3⤋
I very much doubt it. more likely black heads.
2006-08-27 02:12:24 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋