Would a biopsy diagnosis of a severely atypical mole indicate melanoma? They wanted to re excise again to get further margins. Wouldn't they know from first biopsy it was melanoma? Maybe this was to remove all skin to be safe. My derm said she would let me know next week. But again, cannot the first biopsy tell if melanoma or not?
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Answer: Dr. Malouf, Will a severely atypical mole indicate melanoma on biopsy? I just had second incision and wait for further answers.
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The fact that your mole has not changed is a good sign. However, to be safe, you should be carefully evaluated by a
board certified dermatologist. 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...