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I am worried about two possible moles. One located in my scalp and one in my temple. (Photo)

suculento25Nov 23, 2014
30 yr old male, hispanic, darker skin complexion. Healthy otherwise. No history of skin cancer in family. Although history of other cancers. The mole in the Temple i have had for many years. Just lately after haircuts i have noticed it darker and more prominent. There is no suppuration or anything. The one in my scalp is more recent. I thought it was a pimple and have messed with it. I have scratched it , tried to squeeze it and scrape it off. Such efforts have lead to bleeding sometimes.

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Dr. Michael H. Gold, MD
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