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Flaky skin on hairline mole. I have a large slightly raised mole. (Photo)

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jelly705May 27, 2018

I’ve had a large slightly raised mole since I was little, I’m now 26. Recently I’ve noticed what appears to be flaking skunk in my mole, but I also have had a dandruff issue lately. Could the flaking on the mold be from dandruff on my hairline or should I be concerned?

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Jason Emer, MD

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. Redness can be improved with a combination of lasers (ProYellow, Excel, VBeam) and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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Dilip D. Madnani, MD, FACS

You really have to give it more time for it to settle before you get concerned, its only 3 weeks and scar will 'mature' over the next few months. After about 3m, you will see what it will start to look like and even then, it will improve. you should follow your surgeons scar care instructions...

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

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Yannis Alexandrides, MD, FACS

The appearance of the mole is not always a reason for being suspicious, however if you think it is growing at a rapid rate you should have it removed and sent for pathology. 

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Michael I. Echavez, MD

Based on your photograph, it does not appear to me that there is an infection present 10 days after your mole removal.  If you see increased redness, swelling or tenderness, these could be signs of an infection and I would recommend contacting the physician who treated you if any of these ...

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