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	How to Spot Cancer Post By: Jamie
	Message:	A while back I saw a bump on my left fore arm and I thought it was a pimple so I scratched at it and it either left a scar or is not going away. It doesn't look like a pimple anymore, more like a mole. It itches a little and hurts to scratch at. I read in a magazine that it looks like a type of cancer that is slightly pink and small. It does not look too odd I guess. It is a raised piece of skin slightly pinker and darker than the rest. Has anyone experienced this or have any advice as to what it may be. My dad does not want me to go to the doctor because he thinks it is not serious enough and does not want to pay the co- pay etc. Thanks!