What Causes A Darkened Mole Or Lesion On Chin?

Posted on Wed, 13 May 2015

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Question : A mole or mark appeared on my chin almost overnight. I previously I think had a spot there about 6 weeks ago

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (8 hours later)

Brief Answer:
see doctor

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
The photo you included shows a darkened mole or lesion on your chin. It does not look like a cancer but it is concerning whenever a new pigmented lesion shows up in an area like the face where there is a lot of sun exposure. I do not think this is an emergency but it would be good for you to make an appointment with your GP and have them take a closer look at it. They may want to remove it or biopsy it if they think it is worrisome. In the mean time just keep a watch on it and if it changes, bleeds or becomes painful see a doctor right away.
Regards,
Dr. Robinson
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Kathy Robinson (6 hours later)

Thank you. I am very worried and yave appt with gp in a few weeks. I am very anxious about it. Wgat could it be

Answered by Dr. Kathy Robinson (4 hours later)

Brief Answer:
try not to worry

Detailed Answer:
Hello, It really does not look like anything suspicious for cancer. Sometimes we just develop new moles or skin pigment changes. Really, I have been in practice for twenty years and have never seen anything like this turn out to be cancer. Just try to stay calm and get it checked out.
Regards,
K. Robinson MD

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar