Wondering if You Should Get that Mole Checked Out?

You know how they say you should get any "suspicious" moles checked out by a doctor? Am I the only one who finds the term "suspicious" a little vague and, well, suspicious? How the heck am I supposed to know what moles are safe and which are just cancer waiting to happen?

Luckily, there's this quiz that helps explain the difference between a normal ol' mole and one that should send you running to the dermatologist. It's so easy -- and a lot quicker than a stint in a doctor's waiting room (there are only so many back issues of Self magazine a person can read, am I right?).

Just take a glance at your moles and answer a few questions. It'll put your mind at ease, or let you know if there's a derm visit in your near future. Here's a sample:

If you could fold your mole in half, would the two halves line up?
Yes
No

The boarders of your mole look:
Sharp
Blurred
Uneven

The color of your mole is:
Brown
Reddish
Dark brown
Black
Multi-colored (red, brown, black, tan)

Fill in your answers and see your results to the full quiz here.

• Spare yourself some grief and prevent moles from popping up in the first place with this crucial product.
• Heading to a dermatologist? Read this guide to get the most out of your visit and make that waiting room boredom worth it.
• Think you know how to keep your skin safe? Prove it.