It’s common to experience various marks on our bodies, such as rashes, pimples, or moles. While most of these marks are harmless, some can indicate underlying health issues. Dr. Gareth Patterson, also known as The Irish GP on Instagram, emphasizes that it’s essential to know when to seek medical attention for skin changes as reported by The Sun, UK.
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Dr. Patterson explains that skin is a complex organ, and deciphering normal from abnormal involves both the patient’s understanding of their own body and the expertise of a doctor. Certain skin changes should raise concern, as they may indicate underlying health issues.
Hives, also known as urticaria, are raised, itchy welts that can appear anywhere on the skin. Aesthetic doctor Dr. Joney De Souza explains that hives occur when the body releases histamine in response to a trigger, causing blood vessels to leak fluid into the skin. Common triggers include allergic reactions, physical factors, infections, and stress.
While most cases of hives resolve within a few hours to days and can be managed with over-the-counter antihistamines, Dr. De Souza advises seeking medical attention if your hives persist beyond six weeks, if there’s no identifiable cause, or if your hives recur frequently.
Keeping tabs on your moles is crucial. A new mole or change in an existing one could indicate melanoma, a type of skin cancer. Dr. Patterson recommends watching out for changes in size, shape, color, or texture. Melanomas often become asymmetrical, have irregular borders, and may darken or develop uneven coloring.
The ABCDE rule can help you assess the health of a mole. If your mole falls into the categories of being asymmetrical, having a notched or ragged border, being a mix of two or more colors, being larger than 6mm in diameter, or changing size over time, it’s worth getting checked.
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A sore that doesn’t heal, especially one that bleeds or crusts, may signal a skin cancer, such as basal or squamous cell carcinoma. Dr. Patterson advises visiting your GP if you notice any changes.
A red, itchy rash can be caused by various factors, including eczema, psoriasis, bacterial infections, allergies, or viruses. Aesthetic doctor Dr. Munir Somji explains that in some cases, a very early form of skin cancer known as Bowen’s Disease can present as a red, scaly patch on the skin.
If you develop a long-lasting rash and are unsure why it has occurred, book an appointment with your GP, who can take tests to determine the cause. To reduce your risk, limit sun exposure and wear SPF regularly.
Dark streaks under your nails, also known as longitudinal melanonychia, can have several potential causes. Dr. De Souza explains that in some cases, they are harmless, but they may also signal underlying health issues.
Injury or trauma might cause these streaks, or it could be benign pigmentation, common in people with darker skin tones. Dr. De Souza advises seeing a doctor promptly if the dark streak is new and appears without known trauma.
If you have pimples that simply won’t go away, make an appointment with a dermatologist or your GP. Dr. Somji explains that this could be a sign of an infection. If your pimple lasts longer than six to eight weeks and does not respond to any at-home treatment, Dr. Somji recommends booking in to see a dermatologist or GP to check whether this could be an infection.
However, Dr. Somji does add that deep pimples that have no head can take a few weeks to go away. When a pimple first arises, try using products containing salicylic acid or retinoids. If you develop nodules or cysts, Dr. Somji recommends booking in with a skin specialist to treat these properly to avoid any scarring.
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