Is a tiny brown speck on scar a sign the mole will grow back?

September 8, 2018
Asked By:Jamesbond77 in Brooklyn, NY

Three months post-op (shave removal) my scar has improved significantly. My only concern is that there's now a very very small dark speck in the center of the scar. You can barely see it unless you look really close, but I'm afraid that this is a sign that the mole will grow back. However, I was unable to wear sunscreen for a few days so it might be from sun damage. Should i get it checked out?

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October 25, 2018

Answer: Pigment in scar

Hooman Khorasani, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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October 25, 2018

Answer: Pigment in scar

Hooman Khorasani, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
September 10, 2018

Answer: Mole recurrence

September 10, 2018

Answer: Mole recurrence

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