Is A Benign Mole On The Body A Concern?

Posted on Thu, 23 Jun 2016

Question: I have had this mole for as long as I can remember. It does not hurt, doesn't itch, and doesn't bleed. I am concerned about it being melanoma because of a recent comment someone made.

Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Upload pictures

Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for being at Healthcaremagic
I would recommend you to upload the pictures of the mole so that I can have a look at it and can guide you accordingly.
Regards
Dr Asmeet

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T

Follow up: Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (52 minutes later)

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Answered by Dr. Asmeet Kaur Sawhney (56 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Not looking like melanoma

Detailed Answer:
I have reviewed the attached photograph and it is not looking like a melanoma.
If it has not increased in size, changed colour or shape and is not associated with itching, bleeding or oozing it is unlikely to be malignant.
It seems to be a simple benign mole.
If you want to be absolutely sure you can consult a dermatologist and go for dermoscopic examination of the lesion.
Regards.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T