Q. I need to visit a dermatologist. What can I expect at the exam?

Does a thorough exam mean that I will be asked to remove all my clothing, or will the doctor only look at the area about which I am visiting?

Thank you.

Answer: A thorough and complete skin exam should involve the doctor looking from head to toe at every square inch of your body - including looking in the mouth and in the groin and buttock region.

Of course you can defer this type of exam, but this is really the way to look for any suspicious moles.