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 o...
One should know if the spot is actually a mole or another pigmented lesion. For example, seborrheic keratoses develop very quickly and can be pigmented mimicking moles. I am unsure what the exact situation is in your case. I hope your dermatologist at least used a magnifying lens - a...
It is unclear from the photograph. If your dermatologist was unsure, it would be advisable to have another opinion. Suspicious lesions may be excised and sent for a pathology examination. I would be happy to assist you if you live in NYC. Best of luck!