Dermatoscopy

Dermoscopy is a non-invasive diagnostic method used to examine skin lesions and visualize skin structures that are not visible to the naked eye. Using a special optical device called a dermatoscope, the physician can assess the skin at high magnification, which allows early detection of malignant tumors such as melanoma, as well as diagnosis of benign lesions, inflammatory conditions, and pigmentary disorders.

Dermoscopy is a fast, safe, and painless procedure widely used in dermatology for the evaluation of moles, pigmented lesions, and other skin formations.

When is dermoscopy performed?

Dermoscopy is indicated in the following situations:

• Evaluation of moles and pigmented lesions, especially if they change in size, color, or shape.
• Suspicion of melanoma or other types of skin cancer. Dermoscopy helps detect early signs of malignant transformation.
• Skin surveillance and follow-up in individuals at increased risk of skin cancer (for example, patients with a family history of melanoma or those with significant cumulative sun exposure).
• Differential diagnosis of benign skin lesions, such as seborrheic keratosis, angiomas, lipomas, and other non-malignant formations.

If a mole or skin lesion changes color, shape, or size, or begins to itch, bleed, or ulcerate, dermoscopic examination should be performed as soon as possible. Such symptoms may indicate melanoma or another form of skin cancer.

Dermoscopy is an important and accessible diagnostic tool that enables early detection of malignant skin changes and significantly improves diagnostic accuracy.

Belarus is a reliable destination for dermoscopic examination, where high standards of medical care are combined with modern equipment and affordable costs. Well-trained specialists and up-to-date diagnostic technologies ensure precise assessment of skin lesions.