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Is A Knot Under A Small Mole A Concern While Having BCC?

Hi. I have had several basal cell skin cancers . I have recently discovered knot under s very small mole. I have an appt with my dermatolist scheduled for July 14th. In the meantime I am very concerned about this. Can you give me any information about this?
Thu, 16 Jan 2020
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Hello,

A repeat biopsy is required. As BCC is a slowly growing one and thus no need to hurry. It will be better to go for a wide excision rather than small biopsy.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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Is A Knot Under A Small Mole A Concern While Having BCC?

Hello, A repeat biopsy is required. As BCC is a slowly growing one and thus no need to hurry. It will be better to go for a wide excision rather than small biopsy. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician