Could this be a serious form of skin cancer?

i was looking at a site about skin cancer and it made me decide to check myself, i noticed to asymmetrical black/dark brown spots on my upper thigh and a new mole on the back of my neck and shoulder, they are both less than a cm but im still wondering how serious it could be, i keep reading melanoma is "not serious if caught early" but how early is early? i just found them but i think the one on my neck has been there for about a year and i didnt think anything of it til now, i have a dr appointment but just want to get some ideas of what to expect if its bad news

Could this be a serious form of skin cancer?
as far as i know, usually they are the size of a pencil eraser, or bigger, however, smaller ones are becoming more common. think of your lifestyle(religious sunbather) and if youve been prone to moles and skin spots your whole life, and no matter what, go see your dr asap. better safe than sorry. early is what you describe, when you find a new mole or one that changes shape, color, texture, im just not sure how fast it progresses sorry.
Reply:Probably NOTHING...most moles are not cancerous. I had squamous cel carsinoma...aka...skin cancer...2nd leading cause of death in america (7 yrs ago). I think I had mine for at least a yr and didn't know it! The doctor cut it out and I've been cancer free ever since! good luck!
Reply:Yes, it may be serious, but you are doing exactly what you should be doing. Seeking professional help (dermatologist) as soon as possible. Good for you.


It may not be serious but only an exam can tell you that, no one of us on the computer can determine that.


I'm 76, have had all three forms of skin cancer, melanoma the worst kind, found on my chest over 4 years ago, had it removed surgically and here i am still kicking!


Keep checking those moles, don't worry needlessly and GOOD LUCK from one who has been there.
Reply:If it IS cancer, it doesn't sound that serious yet. Go to the doctor if you want to know.