A first-time visit to the dermatologist reveals what really happens during a skin check — plus what to know about rosacea, moles and sun safety.

(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study reveals some doctors may not be performing full-body exams to check for skin cancer because of time constraints, other illnesses, and patient embarrassment.

"Often, people are embarrassed to schedule with a dermatologist unless they feel that they are 'summer swimsuit season-ready,'" says Maya Thosani, MD, a double board-certified dermatologist and owner ...

Every year, five million Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer. "Skin cancer affects actually more Americans yearly than all other cancer diagnoses combined," said Dr. Tiffany Libby, a ...

It begins with a reassurance of confidentiality and at the end, includes a description of what can be expected in a "full body exam," a part of a dermatological visit that sometimes causes anxiety.