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Is Treatment Required For Color Change In Mole?
Hi i have an atypical mole on near my knee i am 49 years old. early last week i bumped into something with my knee. My Mole is fairly large and protudes abovce the skin. The middle oth mole has turned black. Is this something to worry about and if it is malenoma is me finding this and getting to doctor soon means that it is in its early stages, Will an atypical mole turn black from a bruise or should i be worried.
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Hello,
If there is any colour change, a biopsy is mandatory it can be a sign of a melanoma. Consult a general surgeon and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
If there is any colour change, a biopsy is mandatory it can be a sign of a melanoma. Consult a general surgeon and he will direct you accordingly.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain
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