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Are Flaky, Slightly Bleeding Moles On Back And Shoulders A Cause For Concern?
I have several moles, mainly on my back. One on my shoulder has been checked by a dermatologist a few years ago and I was told it was nothing to worry about . In the past week it has changed in appearance: it became flaky, and when the top layer flaked off it bled very slightly. It is not painful (and actually looks a lot better cosmetically now). I m wondering if this is problematic.
Wed, 8 Apr 2020
Hello,
the skin moles are common benign conditions , problematic when following is noticed:
- Increase in number consistenly
- Change in color
- Increase size beyond 10 mm
- Border irregularity
- Bleeding
- Associated systemic symptoms of weight loss, low appetite or others
As all of above are absent in your case, I would request you not to worry and remain in regular follow up with your dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
the skin moles are common benign conditions , problematic when following is noticed:
- Increase in number consistenly
- Change in color
- Increase size beyond 10 mm
- Border irregularity
- Bleeding
- Associated systemic symptoms of weight loss, low appetite or others
As all of above are absent in your case, I would request you not to worry and remain in regular follow up with your dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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