I've Had A Large-ish Mole (size Of An M&m) Between

Posted on Wed, 25 Dec 2019

Question: I've had a large-ish mole (size of an m&m) between my shoulder blades for years. A couple hours ago I absently itched there, felt that the texture was oddly rough and scabby, and instinctively just scratched it off. When I checked, the whole mole was gone, leaving behind a raw red, slightly bleeding surface. I get the sense this isn't normal, and I think I'll see a dermatologist just to be sure. However, right now I'm in South Korea. I will return to the US for Christmas. Is it fine to wait until I'm in the US? Or should I try to find a dermatologist in Korea that, though surely well qualified, I will not be able to meet without translation? Basically, is this urgent? Or not a problem at all?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding the mole

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome to 'Ask A Doctor' service.
I have gone through your query and noted your concern.

A recent change in the texture of a mole more likely could have been due to infection or trauma from friction.

I suggest you apply a topical antibiotic cream e.g either Neosporin ointment or Mupirocin 2%cream, twice daily, on the raw area to help it heal, though I don't think there is anything to worry about it.

Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if you need any more assistance.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee