I have this mole on my thigh, it looks very unusual to the ones I can find online. Is it normal? Should I remove it? It's 0.5cm diameter, slightly elevated, with a pink center that sinks in. It appeared about 2 years ago, it hasn't grown much since, at least not at noticeable rate.
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Thank you for your question. Benign moles can be a variety of colors and shapes; however, any new moles or change in color or size of existing moles need to be evaluated by a dermatologist. I recommend you consult with your dermatologist to have your mole more closely evaluated. Take care and...
Technique will ultimately dictate how the area will scar. At this point, I would suggest twice daily application of Plato's Scar Serum and pulsed dye laser. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
I am unsure why this is such a large excision, but the suture line looks good. Typically we review all our excisions with the parents prior to removal. I also remove these with lasers to limit scars especially in children, unless there is concern of cancer. My suggestion is...
