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I have had a mole under my left armpit my whole life but recently it is like swollen and very itchy. (photo)

marspiaJan 17, 2017
Is it skin cancer?  It's swollen and like flaky and has a scab like texture. It's so itchy i can't tell you. It's dark brown and has a continuous color throughout. what should i do next?

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Dr. Michelle Hure, MD
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Answered on Feb 2, 2017
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Jason Emer, MD

I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist. If necessary, this can be removed again with lasers, radiowave or shave. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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This can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

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Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended

Thank you for your question. Moles can change over time and become more raised, dry, or change colors. However, there are other benign lesions that occur with age that mimic moles and can have a wart like appearance, which are called seborrheic keratosis. I agree with your GP and highly ...

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