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Should Mole With Irregular Surface Be Removed?

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Question : Should this mole be removed? (Photo attached)
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Answered by Dr. Rakesh Madhyastha (14 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Needs to be removed

Detailed Answer:
Hello

Thanks for attaching the photo.

The mole has an irregular surface, such moles stand a high chance of turning cancerous hence it should be removed. Once removed I also recommend that it is sent to the lab for histo pathology

Regards
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Should Mole With Irregular Surface Be Removed?

Brief Answer: Needs to be removed Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for attaching the photo. The mole has an irregular surface, such moles stand a high chance of turning cancerous hence it should be removed. Once removed I also recommend that it is sent to the lab for histo pathology Regards