This document outlines the key things to examine for 3 common pathologies: 1. Lumps - Assess size, duration, causes, associated lymph nodes, shape, color, consistency, attachment, pain, and changes in size and location. 2. Ulcers - Note size, shape, count, edges, adjacent tissue discharge or raise. 3. Pain - Characterize as continuous or intermittent, severity, radiation, onset, duration, aggravating and relieving factors. Further investigations such as hematology tests, vitality tests, and radiology may also be needed.