I have this mole on my arm, I just want to see if it's suspicious and whether I must get it screened. (No insurance so I can't afford getting a skin check right now).
Answer: Cosmetic Mole Removal -- SEE AN EXPERT Dermatologic Surgeon I suggest seeing an expert. If you are concerned this can be removed in the office without any issues. Best, Dr. Emer.
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Answer: Cosmetic Mole Removal -- SEE AN EXPERT Dermatologic Surgeon I suggest seeing an expert. If you are concerned this can be removed in the office without any issues. Best, Dr. Emer.
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Answer: Is This Mole Dangerous? The picture you sent is out of focus so it's really hard to say a lot about this lesion, however, there is no doubt in my mind that you need to see a dermatologist for an evaluation. The peace of mind you will get from the visit will be worth the time and cost.
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Answer: Is This Mole Dangerous? The picture you sent is out of focus so it's really hard to say a lot about this lesion, however, there is no doubt in my mind that you need to see a dermatologist for an evaluation. The peace of mind you will get from the visit will be worth the time and cost.
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May 4, 2016
Answer: Mole on the arm Thank you for your question. There are several home screening tools that can help someone decide to see a dermatologist before their yearly appointment. The ABCDE's of melanoma can help to determine if a mole is abnormal with "A" being asymmetry (not a perfect circle), "B" is borders (jagged borders), "C" is color (multiple colors/changing color), "D" is diameter (more than 6mm), and "E" is evolution or change. Another tool is the ugly duckling sign. If 1 mole is different than the others it should also be examined by a dermatologist. Also, if there is a family history of melanoma your risk for also getting a melanoma is higher. The mole in the photo is asymmetrical, has jagged borders, I can't assess the colors very well in the photo, is larger than 6mm and I do not know if it has changed. I recommend having an examination by a dermatologist to see if a biopsy would need to be completed. The only way to know for sure that a mole is not cancerous is to biopsy it. I wish you the best!
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May 4, 2016
Answer: Mole on the arm Thank you for your question. There are several home screening tools that can help someone decide to see a dermatologist before their yearly appointment. The ABCDE's of melanoma can help to determine if a mole is abnormal with "A" being asymmetry (not a perfect circle), "B" is borders (jagged borders), "C" is color (multiple colors/changing color), "D" is diameter (more than 6mm), and "E" is evolution or change. Another tool is the ugly duckling sign. If 1 mole is different than the others it should also be examined by a dermatologist. Also, if there is a family history of melanoma your risk for also getting a melanoma is higher. The mole in the photo is asymmetrical, has jagged borders, I can't assess the colors very well in the photo, is larger than 6mm and I do not know if it has changed. I recommend having an examination by a dermatologist to see if a biopsy would need to be completed. The only way to know for sure that a mole is not cancerous is to biopsy it. I wish you the best!
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May 4, 2016
Answer: Is this mole suspicious? It is always difficult
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May 4, 2016
Answer: Is this mole suspicious? It is always difficult
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