just appeared

i have been tanning for years , have never had any problems . about 2 months ago tanned and noticed a spot that almost grew, and spread up my leg. appears to be under skins looks like a puzzle almost . reacts to heat , hot bath water, shower, tanning bed , heater . no pain, no itch . does not bother me , besides the way it looks . what could it be ?

[ana136]

you really need to get that checked out by a dermatologist. when you notice a beauty mark is growing, it could be a sign of skin cancer, especially if it's in a mismatched, unsymmetrical shape.

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

'The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends treating mild sunburn with cool baths, over-the-counter hydrocortisone creams, and aspirin to ease pain and swelling.

Severe sunburn should be treated as a medical emergency and examined by a doctor right away. Severe sunburn is often characterized by a large area of red, blistered skin with a headache, fever, or chills. '

A dermatologist or plastic surgeon can develop a treatment plan based on your needs. Treatments can include chemical peels, dermabrasion, and skin fillers.

The effects of the UV radiation from the sun or the UV radiation of tanning beds are the same. '

You could read more about this at -

http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/tanning/risks.html

and

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tanning

It would be advisable to consult your doctor if you have any of these symptoms.

The American Academy of Dermatology recommends the use of sunscreens, wearing sun protective clothing and avoiding the sun altogether.

Let us know if you need any other information.

Regards.