I have a mole that has grown, risen, has fallen off, regrown and fallen off again in a couple weeks time, dangerous? (photo)

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I have had this beauty mark for almost 2 year but it only recently changed in shape and color. Within the last 2 weeks it became dry and flaky, and then fell off; regrew; only to fall off again. Normal maybe? Underneath the black flaky surface that falls off is brown tan specks on my skin.

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.

Best,
Dr. Raffy Karamanoukian
Realself 100 Surgeon

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Since there have been changes, I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist or plastic surgeon. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Damon B. Chandler, MD · Answer

Hi and thanks for your question. An online message board or posted photos are not sufficient to determine what exactly that growth is. You need an expert to examine you and a biopsy, not an internet forum.  Your growth may represent a benign mole but may also be something else.
Please seek out a board certified, fellowship trained dermatologist or surgeon with experience in the treatment of moles. My practice focuses on the removal of cosmetic moles on people's faces especially in challenging locations. You did not say where that "beauty mark" is located on your body and it is not possible to tell from your photos.
Damon B. Chandler, MD
Harvard-Penn Trained Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon

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