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Full Body Skin Examinations Specialist

Dermatology of Boca

Dermatologists located in Boca Raton, FL

When a patient has skin issues, they may need Full Body Exams to determine whether there are any additional issues. At Dermatology of Boca, Dr. Fromowitz and his team are ready to help patients get and stay healthy.

Full Body Skin Examination Q & A

How Often Should Patients Have a Full Body Exam?

A yearly full body exam is recommended by the American Academy of Dermatology. For patients with a history of skin cancer, a full body exam should be scheduled twice per year.

Why Are Full Body Exams so Important?

Full body exams are so important because they allow for the early detection of skin cancer. The doctor will look for new growths, moles, and other changes in the skin during this exam. Any moles that were already present will be documented again to keep track of any changes. Yearly full body exams allow the doctor to establish a baseline that will help them to identify issues and respond quickly when they arise.

Should Patients See the Doctor When a Spot Changes Size or Color?

Any spot on the body that changes size or color should be evaluated by the doctor as soon as possible. Spots that change in any way, including asymmetry, changing borders, patchy color, or increased size could be melanoma. Melanoma can be treated but it must be dealt with as soon as possible for optimal treatment results.

When is a Biopsy Needed?

A biopsy may be needed when the full body exam reveals changes in the skin or new skin growths. There are many types of biopsies, but all of them are focused on harvesting a very small quantity of tissue to test it for cancer. In the case of suspicious skin growths, a punch biopsy is the method used most often. With this type of biopsy, the doctor uses a tiny round blade to get a circular piece of skin tissue for testing. The process is a very quick one and the patient usually experiences very little pain, as a numbing cream or other topical anesthetic is typically applied beforehand.

Insurance

See our list of the insurances we accept. If you have any questions please call the office.

Aetna PPO
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO Only
Blue Cross Blue Shield Choice
Cigna PPO
Coventry
Golden Rule
Humana PPO
Medicare B
Multiplan PHCS
Neighborhood Health Partnership
United Health Care