Large Moles Possibly Melanoma?
I have a couple of large, flat moles, and a couple raised. They do not grow nor bleed or ooze; are uniform in colour; and are pretty symmetrical. However, they are quite big (around 6mm for the flat ones). Is it possible that they are melanoma?
Asked 31 months ago by
Worrier in Canada
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Consult with a Dermatologist
This is unfortunately an impossible question to answer without examining you. A consultation with a dermatologist will most likely put your mind at ease.
As a general rule moles that are already elevated and stable, rarely become malignant. This does not mean that they can not. Only that they are less likely.
The ABCD of rule of detecting melanoma has rather recently been joined by an E for Evolving. That means if you see a mole changing. If we know a pigmented lesion is mole and...
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