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Is it normal that I have a fading mole on my ear cartilage?

Erin1102Aug 1, 2011
Hi Doctors. I have a question. I have a mole that i have had for a LONG time on the cartilage on my ear. Looking back at a pic from 7 years ago it was MUCH darker. The mole is still the same shape and size, just MUCH lighter. Is this normal? Thank you for your time!

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Dr. Jonathan J. Staiano, FRCS (Plast)
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David Hansen, MD

Most black uniform tiny flat moles can be removed by excision and heal great under local anesthesia.  Electrocautery will usually lighten them up so as not to be so dark and can be done monthly until lightened up sufficiently but you should have a doc do it.  Sincerely, David Hansen,MD

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Michael K. Kim, MD

I would definitely recommend a physician to look at it to determine if you need a biospy.  it can be done simply and quickly with minimal scarring  GL  

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Sam Naficy, MD, FACS

I would recommend that you see a board certified facial plastic surgeon for an evaluation.  I would possibly favor complete surgical excision.  However, with any procedure, you will be trading in the mole for a potential scar.  

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Sam Naficy, MD, FACS

I would encourage you to wait at least 6 months for the area to heal before evaluating.  If after 6 months, the results are not what you expected, the mole can be completely surgically excised.  

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