If you discover any unusual growth on your skin, go to your doctor or to a dermatologist. The only way to ensure that the growth is not cancerous is to remove some or all of the suspicious tissue and examine it under a microscope.
Many doctors recommend that a good way to monitor your skin for abnormal growths is to perform a skin self exam monthly. How often depends on your risk factors. The following quiz, while not definitive, can help you determine whether you are in a high-risk group for skin cancer.
After you've finished answering the following questions, click "Done" to find out your results.