I am freaking out about skin cancer?!

I am freaking out about skin cancer?

Today I found a spot on my back... I have no idea how long it has been there, but I am freaking out because I think its a bad sign of skin cancer... It is a light brown fleshy colored oval spot with irregular borders when you look at it close, its slightly raised.... I am so scared. I went to a few websites.. but Im still freaking out. What kind of professional do I need to make an app with to have my skin looked at? Please tell me everything you know : ( If it means anything I have an olive skin tone but when i was younger I spent a lot of summers trying to get dark at the poolside and used tanning beds exclusively about 2 years.

I had a similar spot last year. Go to a dermatologist. The doc will determine if the spot should be removed or not. Depending on your insurance, you may need to see your primary physician first and get a referral. Don't put it off. Even a melanoma (the worst kind) can be superficial and easily treated. But the longer you wait, the more damage the spot can do to you if it's a serious problem. Good luck. I was lucky and caught mine in time. You're wise to be concerned and more wise to get treated right away.