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I have a mole on scalp. What type of mole is this? Is it okay that it bleeds, and will insurance cover the removal? (photo)

May 22, 2014
Asked By:Chelsealw

It will bleed if it's accidently combed over with a brush. It appeared a few years ago while I was pregnant. It's in a very inconvenient spot for me. I want to have it removed because it affects how I take care of my hair, I just want to make sure this is seen as needed. Also I would feel better to know it's not cancerous.

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Answer: Bleeding Scalp Mole - get a biopsy

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Answer: Mole removal

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