Nevus: Medical History

The medical history (history of the patient) represents an important component in the diagnosis of nevi.

Family history

  • What is the general health of your relatives?
  • Are there any diseases in your family that are common?
  • Are there any hereditary diseases in your family?

Social anamnesis

Current medical history/systemic medical history (somatic and psychological complaints).

  • What skin changes have you noticed?
  • What does this skin change look like?
  • Where is the skin change located?
  • Has the skin lesion changed?
  • How long have you had this skin change?

Vegetative anamnesis incl. nutritional anamnesis

Self anamnesis incl. medication anamnesis

  • Previous diseases (skin diseases)
  • Operations
  • Radiotherapy
  • Vaccination status
  • Allergies
  • Environmental history
  • Medication history