Dermatologist... Full body skin exam

I found a place offering walk in screenings while travelling. It was at a sort of community fair and they'd set up makeshift exam area with screens. Because it was more for public awareness, they didn't take much information other than ID.

One of the assistants brought me back to an exam area. She asked if I had any history of skin cancer and if I'd been examined before. I said that there was a history in the family and that I'd had exams, but not recently.

The doctor came in shortly thereafter. The assistant stayed to take notes. The doctor introduced herself and we chatted briefly. She started the exam with my head while I was dressed. Then she asked if I'd be comfortable removing my shirt, which I did. She checked my chest and back while I was seated.

She asked if I'd be okay removing my shoes and pants so she could check my legs. I did as she asked, leaving me in my underwear. She examined my legs and feet.

Then she said that since I have a family history of skin cancer, it's a good idea to check the "genital region". She asked if I'd be okay removing my underwear. I said that'd be okay and stood up. They both watched as I slid down my briefs. The doctor examined my penis and spread my cheeks, then said I could pull up my underwear.

They didn't find anything. When I left, they gave me an information packet and recommended regular checkups.

I'm a 57 year old male that has had several full body skin scans the last few years. I am very modest and only my wife a seen me completely naked before any of these skin scans. My female GP realized that I had never had one of these exams and strongly suggested I get one. I then saw a male dermatologist where I was advised to completely strip but was given a good sized Johnnie to cover up everything. I couldn't see anything that the Dr. was doing and he was as quiet as a church mouse. He lifted the Johnnie several times during the exam in which I stood the entire time. I felt very uncomfortable and embarrassed during the exam. All the Dr. really said was that everything looks good. I felt it was a waste of time.

When I saw my GP later that year she indicated that she saw that the skin exam when well and asked what did I think. I told her my concerns and she said that next time I should see a different dermatologist as the practice had added a new one.

I set up an appointment with the new female dermatologist and this exam went much better. I was asked to completely strip and given a johnnie to wear. The Dr came in and introduced herself. She was very talkative and outgoing. She was a petite, very attractive Asian in her 30s I'd say. Wouldn't you know it, I have an attraction for that type of woman. She examined me as I was sitting, standing and laying on the exam table on my belly and my back. She told me about everything she was about to do and asked if I had any concerns. She asked if she could lift my johnnie when she wanted to examine that area. She spread my butt checks and examined my penis and scrotal area during that exam. To my surprise, I was not embarrassed at all. She was doing her job, very thoroughly. She was so professional! She did find a problem area which she took a sample of and had biopsied. Later it came back positive and I had it excised. She was surprised the previous Dr had not caught it.

Six months later I had a follow up full skin exam with the same female dermatologist. Why would I change? I was much more relaxed this time and knew what to expect. I had completely stripped and had the johnnie on with the opening in front completely exposing my genitals. When she came in I stood up and greeted her. She saw that I was fully exposed and said she was pleased that I was comfortable being naked with her as that would make her job easier and more precise. She said that different people feel differently about being naked or being exposed during her exams. She said that she defers to what the patient is comfortable with and takes her queues from the patient. She then asked me to remove the johnnie and slowly rotate as I was standing so that she could examine me. I was flaccid when I started the rotation but semi erect upon completion. She did notice that but said nothing. Next she asked me to get on the exam table and lay on my back. I was still completely naked and my semi erection was very noticeable. She examined my front side starting with my toes and worked her way up to my head. She did touch and examine my penis and testicles but once completed she took my johnnie and covered that area. Maybe she felt that I was embarrassed since I had a semi erection. She never said anything about my semi erection. Next she had me turn onto by belly and examined my back side. The johnnie fell off as I turned over. Once she finished with my backside she asked me to sit on the end of the examine table. I did and I was still semi erect. We chatted about her observations. She asked if I had any questions. I didn't as she talked almost the total time she was doing the exam. She was so professional.

Recently I returned for to her for my six month checkup. Nearly the same happenings as my previous exam except this time I didn't put the johnnie on at all. I was completely in the buff as she entered the room and we greeted each other. She remarked that she was pleased that I was ready for her and that there would be no wasted time. No type of erection this time. She again was very talkative and explained everything.

I am still a very modest and avoid being seen naked for fear of embarrassment. But I am totally comfortable with my naked full body skin exams with my female dermatologist.

Guy57, Welcome to Zity ! That was an awesome 1st post. thank you for sharing that with us. I am glad you found a dermatologist with whom you feel comfortable, and can enjoy the experience on some level. i like that you are comfortable without the johnnie, and that your doctor is also comfortable with you being nude without the johnnie as well.

Does she also have an assistant in the room too, or are you alone with her?

JTMac - Thanks for the welcome message.

Unfortunately no one else was in the room with us. My female doctor is pretty hot looking and I now do enjoy being somewhat an exhibitionist for her. Never would have thought that would be the case just a few short months ago. Only 6 more months before I see her again.

By the way, after the exam, as she left the room she said "Nice to see you again." and she smiled. Likely a very innocent comment and facial expression but one never really knows for sure.

That's really cool that she is comfortable being alone with you without feeling the need to have an assistant or chaperone present. That plays into keeping the atmosphere comfortable and friendly rather than a bit tense. Once she's seen your body already, and needs to examine all the skin on it anyway, there really is no need for cover with modesty being not so relevant.

It's good we both derive enjoyment from being on display, since we've both had skin issues. Since my skin has a proclivity to develop carcinoma, thus needing to get checked twice a year, it's good that i actually enjoy being on display and closely examined. I can actually look forward to my semi annual visits with the dermatologist vs dreading it.

Every one of the 6 or so dermatologists I've been to save one older male has had an assist present regardless of the reason for the visit. Not only are they the chaperone, but they're the scribe and assist with any procedures.

Every one of the 6 or so dermatologists I've been to save one older male has had an assist present regardless of the reason for the visit. Not only are they the chaperone, but they're the scribe and assist with any procedures.

There has always been an assistant present during my skin exams. It usually seems to be a different one each time. I like that more assistants get to see me clad in just a jockstrap. Even if it is mainly just in their peripheral vision. It adds to the CFNM dynamic.

Clueless youngster question here - why would this be required? Is it after you have skin cancer diagnosed? I would have thought that the pelvic area wouldn't need to be looked at because it generally doesn't get much sun. I know when my wife and I give each other the once-over a couple times a year to look for anything funny it's the back, chest, neck, shoulders, top of feet and head.

Skin cancer can happen anywhere you have skin. Sun exposure is an increased risk factor, but not necessary. The great Bob Marley died from melanoma that started on the bottom of his foot.

A full body skin exam should ALWAYS include the full body.

OK. Guess I'll tell my wife that we might want to expand the areas of inspection then, though I doubt we'll find anything.

The formal one must be a part of the "congratulations, you made it to 50, guess what?" gift pack.

Depends on risk factors. Family history, exposure to sun and other skin irritants, complexion, distribution and character of moles. My 28 year old daughter, because of multiple risk factors, has already started her relationship with a dermatologist. In the absence of findings, she'll probably get an annual exam. If they're concerned, it may be 6 months. Me, with 2 separate melanoma findings, am on a 3 month schedule.

Seeing my beautiful Korean dermatologist lady for my annual full body exam tomorrow. Last year she found a pre-cancerous lesion on the bridge of my nose and froze it with liquid nitrogen. Four years ago, she found a mole on my butt that was beginning to go malignant and excised it. I'm a firm believer in getting an annual full body check. If melanoma gets into your bloodstream, you're doomed.

Had an appointment with a new dermatologist today. (And I was long overdue--had a pre-cancerous spot removed a few years back and should have been going on an annual basis, but wasn't terribly thrilled with the doctor I had been seeing at the time.) I was really pleased with my new doctor's exam because he was really good at communicating what he was looking for and what might be a cause for concern. Quick, simple, straightforward exam.

I found that a local hospital offers a free cancer screening (token fee of $15) one day a year. I called fo see if it was 'thorough' the nurse explained that "It is very thorough" and encouraged me to sign up.... So I did. 😃

It's not for a while so I'll try to post the details when it happens. I'm tired of skin checks that don't examine the whole body.... That's Why I asked first.

My husband nearly lost his life a few years ago due to a malignant melanoma skin cancer on his chest. I hounded him to finally have it checked. Even retired physicians need a boot in the ass to do the right thing. None of this Physician Heal Thyself stuff goes with me. He was 3.5 of 5 on the Clark's Scale. His was caused by Dioxin (Agent Orange) exposure while in Vietnam. He's service connected and he goes to the VA Hospital for care! He's darn lucky to be alive! He tells me all the time, Thank You for saving my life! Every three months he goes for a complete visual body scan and biopsies when something is questionable. That includes the inside his mouth. Every doctor or doctors that take care of him are all females. He's never seen a male dermatologist. He likes how they treat him and most of all the being totally through part. They check every square inch of his body. My husband is not concerned about being modest he wants a clean bill of health. He says the ladies are perfectly professional. They always say "Doctor, Thank You For Serving" before he leaves. I watch him like a hawk! He's had eleven Basal Cell cancers removed also. His body looks like Frankenstein! He has huge scars because of the large margins necessary to assure the cancer is removed.

Never take a ho hum view concerning skin cancers. A malignant melanoma not diagnosed will cost a person their life in a very short time. May as well put your head between your butt cheeks and kiss you ass good bye because you are going to die within one to two years. There is no cure! Basal Cell Cancers cannot be over looked either. Should you be diagnosed rest assured the cancers will likely come back so you must follow up with medical care. Naked beats the hell out of dead or disfigured.

....offers a free cancer screening....called to see if it was 'thorough'

My experience has been "free" screenings are not as thorough. That's good if this one is.

FREE ANYTHING - You get what you pay for.

STOP COMPLAINING.

Free screening is a SCREENING, not a full examination.

That doesn't make the screening worthless.

A free screening is designed to accommodate many more people than could be seen if a full examination was performed.

Not worthless in the least, just of limited value,

My free screening at work several years ago was completely head to toe including scalp, mouth, underarms, pubic hair, penis, scrotum, buttocks, anus, between toes, nails, and bottom of feet. Free doesn't have to mean rushed especially if it's being subsidized by some other entity.

Free doesn't have to mean rushed especially if it's being subsidized by some other entity.

Exactly. It may be free to you, but someone else (employer, organization, club) might be footing the bill for it.

Wow, I didn't realize I had triggered the debate on what a free screening is.

I called first to make sure it wasn't just arms and head/neck. It's a mainstream large hospital with the Dermatology department doctor and his PA doing the exams. The nurse told me that it is head to toe, skipping nothing.... And it's not really free 😎 $15.

I received some excellent information that I can share with you. These skin cancers may work in a strange way. Let's assume a person has enjoyed many a day at the beach or sunbathing in the back yard for years? Say they started at age twenty and worked on a tan for years in a row. Try to remember the age at when you started? These cancers can lay latent for approximately thirty years and then visually manifest themselves in your skin, under your nails in your hands and feet or hidden in your scalp under your hair. If you have been in the sun start now for seeking help. Don't wait the thirty years! And if you are dark skinned or black you are in danger also. Look at Bob Marley! His skin cancer was on his toe and it spread into his lungs and brain before he died.

The saddest thing I've had to deal with in my life was being on the 21st floor at Northwestern University hospital in Chicago. My husband was sent there by the "Veterans Choice" program. That 21st floor is the Oncology floor! To sit among people who were going to die, lose a limb, have an eye removed or part of a nose cut off put me in the reality chair really quick. Skin cancer takes no prisoners!

Another thing I can share with you is this. Tanning Booths should not be used! Laying in one of those will have a person laying in a casket at a later date. We were told that Tanning facilities are some of the most dangerous things to use. After my husband had his first surgeries he was talking to our youngest daughter. She's in her thirties, defiant and has that know it all attitude at times. He was talking to her about the dangers of tanning booths. She was not buying what he was telling her. I stopped the conversation and said to my husband, Take Off Your Shirt! Again I said, Take It Off! I told my daughter, "You want to be or act belligerent, take a good look at you dad!" My daughter looked and burst into tears and said, "Oh My God, What Did They Do To You?" He said softly, "The same thing they will do to you if you don't stay away from those tanning booths!" She has not used a tanning booth since that day. She's brought friends over to see her dad to show them the meaning of what could happen to them. He's been a helluva skin cancer spokesperson for quite a few years.

So, whatever can be used or suggested take the bull by the balls and take care of yourself and your family and friends. And a malignant melanoma that starts as a skin cancer can travel to any internal organ in our bodies.

I went to my first Dermatologist appointment for some dermatitis and itching, I was expecting a skin exam but did not receive one. I didn't even have to get undressed. I just pulled up my pant leg and also my sleeves. The Dr. looked and told me what it was and gave me a prescription for some ointment. They said I should come back in 6 weeks. When I left my paper work said I should Consider a full skin exam. The way it was written was like it was my choice and it was only suggested. Also they wrote me the wrong prescription and I had to call them when I got home and they called in the right one. Should I maybe consider a new Dermatologist? It isn't like I want a full skin exam but this did seem a little odd from what I read before going.

Any doctor's office can make a prescription error. It got fixed. No harm.

Full body exam is a different billing code and time frame. They need to schedule the proper time slot. Once again, no harm.

Welcome to Zity, KMD !

If you go for a specific issue, only the specific issue will be addressed. Full skin exams are not a pre-requisite to address any specific issues.

If you have skin related issues, they will recommend a full body skin exam. Unless they had seen something really bad when they first looked at you, they won't insist on one. That's a choice that's left up to you. Should you consider a new dermatologist? Depends how comfortable & confident you'd be with this one you have giving you a full skin exam.

I decided not to wait for the screening because it's months away and I have a suspicious spot that needs looking at. I got an appointment at a new (for me) female dermatologist, I'll let you know how it goes. I did some research and a friend who uses this doc told me she is more thorough and actually checks the whole body....We'll see. I would go every year like I'm supposed to if they were full exams, the last few doctors I went to never look under underwear unless you ask about a specific concern.

Since the screening is in a few months, I'm going to try and do that too.

Thanks for the advise and I guess I will stick with this one and see how things go. Now I need to figure out the rest of this site.

As I promised I'm following up now with the detailed description of my full body skin examination with my new dermatologist. But first a PSA regarding skin cancer. I should not have waited so long to have a full body skin check even though my exam turned out without any bad surprises.

I arrived at the doctors office and was eventually called back to the room by the medical assistant. She took a history based on the forms I had filled out and then explained that for males she always offers a gown to be worn with underpants but the gown is optional since the doctor takes it off right away anyway, so she explained that I don't have to bother if I don't want. She was fine with it either way but I liked that it was addressed very matter of fact and I thought that was a very practical way of handling a topic discussed at length on this site. I told her I did not need a gown.

The medical assistant left the room and explained that I should get undressed and the doctor would be in shortly. I chose to wait only in underpants and for those interested I was wearing tight jockey black briefs with the grey jockey lettering around the band.

After only about 5 to 10 minutes the doctor returned with the medical assistant and I was sitting on a medical exam chair (with crinkly paper on it) which could be converted into an exam table when needed. The doctor, sat on a stool introduce herself, made small talk, reviewed my history and asked if I had any specific concerns. She was personable and very pleasant. It was interesting to meet a new doctor while I was only wearing briefs and having a conversation like it was perfectly normal. She was wearing a doctors coat and NO gloves-for the whole exam.

She then began the exam while I was seated by looking through my hair and then around my face and then towards my shoulders. At times asking the assistant to take pictures of various imperfections to be compared at later visits. She then laid the chair out like a table so it's flat on my back and begin looking at my face neck chest and abdomen. She also turned on a bright surgery type light hanging from the ceiling to use while examining me. Laying completely flat with my head a little lower than my body I felt very exposed in just my black briefs (in a good way 😃. She had asked earlier if I had any concerns in my genital region and I said that I did have something on my scrotum. But she continued down on my legs to my feet, all the while she sliding her hands along the skin, and she even said "I like to put my hands on my patient so I could feel for anything out of the ordinary."

When she was done examining my legs and feet she slid her hands up my legs and put her hands through the sides of my briefs to move the cloth out of the way so she could see what was under the briefs in the area of my hips. At that point she said "Since you had concerns on your scrotum I'll just help myself; is that okay" and pulled my underwear elastic band down abruptly (wow, I thought I was going to be asked to help by lowering my briefs). She then held the briefs with one hand and put her other hand between my legs and pulled up my scrotum so she could see it. While holding my underwear band down below my scrotum she also briefly touched my penis and pubes, but only briefly. She then had me roll over onto my stomach and examine my back and down my legs unabashedly pulling my underwear down when she wanted to so she could check my buttocks. She spread my buttocks briefly to look between the crack as well. She was again sliding her hands up and down my body and seemed very comfortable with contact with her patients. She then said everything looks good and discussed the details of things that should be addressed and asked me to schedule follow up appointments for those things as well as next years full body exam.

All in all a good full body exam, although it would be nice to be naked the whole time even with a gown, this doctor didn't work that way but was not shy about private areas like some doctors are. I think if next year when she asks if I have specific concerns in the genital areas, I respond with "Not really but I would like a full exam just in case" she would probably be fine with it.

One afterthought. Erections and pre-cum are topics discussed often so let me add my experience. I did not have any kind of erection even though for days before the exam every time I thought about it I got a partial erection. I think the nervousness just makes me shrivel to a very small size (hey it's the truth) However, for some reason being almost naked in a doctors office setting makes be start to leak lots of pre-cum, so before the doctor walked in I kept wiping it off to keep from having a wet spot on my underwear. Now that the exam was over when I looked inside my briefs there was a huge wet spot on the inside, now I was wondering how much of that was there when the doctor helped herself to lowering my briefs- a little embarrassing when I think about it....but I'm sure she has seen it all before.

I've been seeing the same dermatologist for about 25 years. He has never done a full body exam. He has never suggested that one was necessary. The usual procedure is for him to use his liquid nitrogen spray on my forehead and face, and possibly on my arms and hands. He then requests that I remove mt shirt, and he examines my back and front.

The understanding seems to be that if I have a concern, I should bring it up.

I've had three Mohs surgeries, two on my left cheek, and one on my left temple. He biopsies anything suspicious and the results are mostly basal cell, but occasionally squamous cell. I see him approximately once every three months, and after reading this thread, I will ask that he check my lower body, which I'm sure he will be happy to do.

My daughter told me about her dermatologist, who basically examined every inch of her body, under the breasts, spreading the buttocks, etc. At the time, I wasn't sure that was necessary, now, I'm glad for her sake. I will be seeing my fellow in a month or so, and will be a bit more proactive.