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Why cutting a mole at home can be dangerous

‘That little bump could be five different things’: Doctor reacts to growing trend of cutting and burning off moles at home, says it is ‘absolutely dangerous’; dermatologist verifies

February 13, 2026 6:18 pm

Using razors or home hacks to remove moles can cause severe bleeding, infection, scarring, and even delay skin cancer diagnosis, doctors warn.

New research on over 33,000 veterans suggests taking the vitamin B3 supplement nicotinamide (500mg, twice daily) could lower the risk of non-melanoma skin cancer

Vitamin B3 supplement may reduce your risk of skin cancer

October 12, 2025 1:42 pm

In practice, this shifts the conversation, urging healthcare professionals and patients to view the first cancer as a red flag to act decisively.

This rare genetic disorder causes tree-bark like lesions on skins: Dermatologist explains causes, prevention, impact

September 14, 2025 5:00 pm

With fewer than 600 cases worldwide, this skin disorder still sparks fear and stigma — but a dermatologist helps separate fact from fiction.

Chef Gordon Ramsay undergoes skin cancer surgery: Oncologist weighs in

August 31, 2025 3:59 pm

Gordon Ramsay’s recent skin cancer surgery highlights the critical importance of early detection and sun protection.

PU researcher receives Marie Curie Fellowship — valued at over Rs 3 crore

July 10, 2025 10:17 am

Sharma’s research project will focus on innovative diagnosis and treatment of skin cancer, using cutting-edge microneedle technology.

John Cena opens up about wearing sunscreen after skin cancer scares: 'So grateful to be able to dodge those two bullets'

April 30, 2025 6:12 pm

"Hey man, you need to take the extra few seconds to protect yourself every day," the WWE star said

Sunscreen and sunblock are different. Both can protect your skin from UV radiation but…

August 18, 2024 10:30 am

Sunscreen and sunblock are totally different, know more from the experts.

Singer Kevin Jonas of Jonas Brothers gets skin cancer: Why we should look out for changes in our moles

June 13, 2024 11:11 pm

Indians are less prone to skin cancer but when they do, it is in an aggressive form, says Dr Pritam Kataria, Consultant, Medical Oncology, Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital, Mumbai

What is Merkel cell carcinoma, a rare skin cancer that caused Jimmy Buffett's death?

September 05, 2023 1:03 pm

"He continued to perform during treatment, playing his last show, a surprise appearance in Rhode Island, in early July," the official statement read

Skin cancer screening guidelines can seem confusing – three skin cancer researchers explain when to consider getting checked

August 14, 2023 10:52 am

The task force concluded that the evidence does not support annual widespread skin screening of adolescents and adults, but that catching cancers at the earliest stages reduces the risk of death from skin cancer.