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Suggest Treatment For Mole With Crusty Top On The Leg

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Posted on Mon, 20 Jun 2016
Question: I have a mole on my leg with a crusty top on it and my clothes keep rubbing on it .I was wondering if I have anything to worry about
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Warts

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the query and a clear photograph.
It's not a mole but wart a viral infection.
It needs to be removed with radiofrequency ablator.
It is a minor operative procedure and can be done easily by any dermatologist.
Please meet a dermatologist and get it removed.
Creams won't be helpful.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.
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Suggest Treatment For Mole With Crusty Top On The Leg

Brief Answer: Warts Detailed Answer: Hello Thanks for the query and a clear photograph. It's not a mole but wart a viral infection. It needs to be removed with radiofrequency ablator. It is a minor operative procedure and can be done easily by any dermatologist. Please meet a dermatologist and get it removed. Creams won't be helpful. Let me know if you have any other doubts. Thank you.