Should I be worried about my birthmark? (Photo)

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I’ve had this birthmark since birth and my mom thinks it’s growing. I’m getting it checked on the 25th and I’m VERY scared. It hasn’t been a problem for me all my life and it’s not now. No itching, bleeding or anything like that. It’s symmetrical and all shades of brown and it’s the same width of a pencil eraser. Do you think it’ll be fine on the 25th?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Mole removal begins with a comprehensive examination and consultation to determine the likelihood of a mole being worrisome. Excisional and incisional biopsies are reserved for suspicious moles. But it’s good news that most moles are not problematic and are only cosmetic, thus leading to the option of scarless or non-surgical mole removal with lasers and RF and plasma. Our office specializes in non-surgical mole removal.

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Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
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Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph. It's difficult to evaluate skin lesions through this type of forum. An in-person examination needs to be done where your birthmark can be evaluated with a dermatoscope, which allows the physician to assess for any abnormalities. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have the spot evaluated. Take care and good luck.

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