How often does a person with albinism have to get checked for skin cancer?

There would not be any answer that would apply to all people with albinism. The rate at which they would need to see a dermatologist would depend on the type of albinism, the latitude at which they...

Yes.

Let me guess... You are a blonde or red-head. That is a common problem for us. My avatar notwithstanding, I am actually a natural blonde and have quite a few of those white spots. They are basicall...

Your never too young to be checked for that. My aunt was diagnosed with skin cancer at the age of 16.

tell your dad to go to a skin cancer clinic and get them examined properly. there are 3 different types of skin cancer: Basal cell carcinoma (not serious), Squamous cell carcinoma (moderatly serio...

Unlikely to be cancer! It might be a skin condition called vitiligo. You can ask your doctor about it.

it's not so much in the body,as it is outside the body. Skin cancer can appear in many different ways,three types to be exact: -Squamous Cell -Basal Cell -Melanoma all three appear ...

there is almost NO way that's skin cancer. looks like ingrown hairs. don't worry, your doctor was right