Skin assessment · Shanghai
Mole Checks &
Skin Cancer Screening
in Shanghai
Assessment of moles and other skin lesions, with a clear plan for changes that need monitoring or further investigation.
Dr Serena Peng reviews your concerns, examines your skin and uses dermoscopy to assess relevant lesions. The next step may be reassurance, follow-up or a biopsy.
Book a Skin Check
When to book
Who should consider a skin check?
- A mole or spot is new, changing or different from your other lesions.
- A lesion bleeds, repeatedly crusts or does not heal.
- You have many or atypical moles, a history of skin cancer, or a relevant family history.
- You are unsure which spots need attention or how often to have them checked.
A changing or non-healing lesion deserves assessment, even if it does not look like a typical mole.
Your appointment
What happens during a skin check?
Understand the change
Discuss when you noticed the lesion, how it has changed, previous skin cancer and relevant family history.
Agree on the scope
A focused check assesses a particular concern. A full-body examination covers a wider area, including the scalp and nails. Discuss the appropriate scope when booking and at the visit.
Look more closely
A handheld dermatoscope helps examine patterns and structures that are not visible to the naked eye.
Dermoscopy & mole mapping
These terms describe different parts of skin assessment.
Mole check
A clinical assessment of moles and other skin lesions, guided by your history and examination.
Dermoscopy
Close examination using a dermatoscope. It supports assessment; a suspicious lesion may still need a biopsy.
Mole mapping
A photographic record used to compare lesions over time. Depending on the system, it may include whole-body photographs and selected dermoscopic images.
A skin check does not automatically include full-body photography or digital mole mapping. This appointment is for clinical assessment and dermoscopy. If photographic follow-up is appropriate, discuss the available arrangements and scope before proceeding.
What happens next?
Explain the findings
Discuss which lesions appear reassuring and which need closer attention.
Plan follow-up
Agree on review timing based on the findings and your risk. Return sooner if a lesion changes.
Investigate when indicated
A biopsy or excision may be recommended for tissue diagnosis. The procedure, pathology and results review are discussed separately.
An assessment is a snapshot in time.
A reassuring examination cannot rule out every skin cancer or future change. Seek review for a new, changing, bleeding or non-healing lesion.
Preparing for Your Skin Check
During your visit, we’ll ask about your skin history, sun exposure and any spots you’re concerned about. You can preview the questions or complete the questionnaire in advance and bring it with you. There is no need to print or complete it before your appointment.
View the QuestionnaireBooking your skin check
Select a clinic through the booking page and choose Dr Serena Peng. Mention whether you have a particular lesion of concern or would like a full-body skin examination.
Choose a Clinic & BookCommon questions
Does a skin check include removing a mole?
No. Examination comes first. If a biopsy or excision is appropriate, timing, consent, aftercare and costs are discussed. A separate procedure appointment may be needed.
Is dermoscopy the same as mole mapping?
No. Dermoscopy examines a lesion in detail. Mole mapping adds a structured photographic record for comparison over time; it is not automatically included.
Do all moles need a biopsy?
No. Many can be assessed clinically and with dermoscopy. Biopsy is considered when the findings need a tissue diagnosis.
How often should I have a skin check?
The interval depends on your history, examination and risk. The follow-up plan is agreed at your consultation.
Are tests and procedures included in the consultation fee?
Dermoscopy and additional procedures or pathology may be billed separately. Confirm the planned services and fees with the clinic before proceeding.
Further information: American Academy of Dermatology · DermNet: photographic skin surveillance.