I've been very self conscious about my moles for quite some time. I have them all over my arms, and I was teased growing up- called a cheetah, that I looked like I hate polka dots etc. I really want to remove them, they're small moles. Even if I can only remove some of them, some is better then none. I know I'd have to go to a board certified dermatologist already, but my question is what's the best method in your opinions that'll leave the least scarring?
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It is always advised when a mole changes in size, color, shape, or bleeds to follow up with a trained plastic surgeon, dermatologist, or ENT specialist if above the collar bones as is in your case. A biopsy is often suggested as it is the surest way to know what you are dealing with and if other...
Any time a mole is growing or changing you need to be seen in person by a dermatologist. None of us can diagnosis 100% properly from a photo and none of us would want to misdiagnosis. We've all seen worse than what you are describing, trust me. So make an appointment and get checked out properly...
Melanomas and other cancers really can't be just picked off. They leave residual tumor behind. If it was that easy to just pick them off, we wouldn't have to do surgical excisions and such. If you want someone to do a biopsy and confirm what it is, that is fine. (If you are this worried about...