Can scratching a mole cause cancer?

May 20, 2015
Asked By:briannahaynes81 in Springdale, AR

I'm asking because I scratched a mole off my neck and I need to know if it can cause cancer.

Answers (3)

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May 22, 2015

Answer: Get it Checked, but Scratching does not cause Cancer

Eric Seiger, DODermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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May 22, 2015

Answer: Get it Checked, but Scratching does not cause Cancer

Eric Seiger, DODermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
May 21, 2015

Answer: Scratching a Mole does not cause skin cancer.

Edward J. Gross, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
May 21, 2015

Answer: Scratching a Mole does not cause skin cancer.

Edward J. Gross, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Scratching a mole cause cancer

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Answer: Scratching a mole cause cancer

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