What Causes Brown Mark On Sole Of Foot?

Posted on Sun, 25 Oct 2015

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Sun, 25 Oct 2015 Answered on

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Question : I'm worried about a brown mark on the sole of my foot

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rovena (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
Hello.

Welcome to Healthcare Magic.

Can you please provide more details regarding this problem?
-When did you notice this mark on your foot?
-Does it cause any kind of discomfort?
-Has it changed in dimensions or characteristics ?

Can you please provide a picture of this mark so I can evaluate it properly?

Waiting for your answer.

Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati

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

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rovena (23 minutes later)

I noticed it a while ago now, perhaps a year or so, but stupidly thought it would be nothing to worry about. It does not hurt, itch or bleed. It is on the arch of the sole of my foot in the centre on the bone. It has not grown bigger. It has always had a broken edge, like a puncture mark & always been one colour. Ive noticed the skin around it is becoming slightly discoloured though.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rovena (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
detailed below

Detailed Answer:
Hello again.

Thank you for the information and the picture provided.The brown mark seems to be a mole.
The fact that it hasn't changed in dimensions and color in some time it's a good sign.
I would suggest just to observe it and the next time you see your doctor get it checked,just to put your mind at ease.It doesn't seem to be of concern but a closer evaluation with a dermatoscope will exclude a malign lesion.You don't need to worry ,just keep an eye in it.If it changes in dimensions ,uniformity or pigment , you need to see a Dermatologist.

Take care.
Dr.Rovena Murati

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