I have this red mark on my leg that I have had for about a month it looks like a mole. Any suggestions? (photo)

Hello. Many thanks for your question. Any mole that changes in any way requires investigation/biopsy by a trainee physician. Please contact your local physician for inspection.

I suggest that any change in mole - size, color, height, border, etc. be reported to your physician for evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Thank you for your question.  It is common to find a little blood on the bandage after an excision has been completed.  It is always safe to call your doctor to let them know of your symptoms so they can evaluate you if they feel it is necessary.  I wish you the best!

Thank you for your question.  A biopsy of the mole with either a punch of shave biopsy typically costs between $100-$160.  The mole is usually sent to the pathologist to look at it under the microscope to ensure it is not cancerous.  The processing of the glass slide and examination by a pa...

I am not familiar with ACV, but it does not sound like it is working well for you if you are sore and swollen.  The best advice I can give you is to see a plastic surgeon who determine the best option for removal of this mole.  Performing non sterile procedures on yourself is not a good idea b...

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...