My mole is between my eye and my nose, can I remove this? Is this cancerous? (photo)

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Mitchell Schwartz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Your mole can be safely and easily removed by one of two methods: a shave excision or an excision with suture closure. A dermatologic surgeon typically does both procedures expertly and can decide which would be best for your particular mole. A shave excision is a procedure where the mole is actually "shaved off" at a level just below the surface of the skin. The other method is an excision with suture closure which uses both dissolving and non-dissolving sutures to give the best cosmetic result. Please use the ABCDE's as your guide for when to be concerned about moles: A for Asymmetry; B for irregular Borders; C for black or uneven Colors; D for Diameter greater than a pencil eraser; and E for a growth that is Evolving or changing.

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question and photograph. I cannot determine if your mole has any concerning features because it needs to be evaluated with a dermatoscope, which is an instrument that allows the physician to assess the mole under high magnification for any abnormalities. If any are found, then a biopsy should be performed, which may leave an atrophic scar or indentation. Any spot or lesion that is concerning to you should be evaluated in person, therefore, I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated and to discuss treatment options that best suit your needs. Take care and good luck.

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