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Q: Estrogen
asked by: saracp on May 11th, 2009
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Thank you for your last response. I did see a dermatologist and she said the marks on my legs were sun spots. However now I have many other questions. Mt Melanoma was "in situ", which I hear is great. bUt now I am trying to do all I can to prevent it from coming back. I have recently read that both estrogen and vitamin C have been linked to increasing Melanoma. Is this true?

Also, she told me that a mole i have had almost my whole life on my breast is at high risk of becoming melanoma because I have had it since childhood (now 30). Should I look int geting it removed as prevention. It is a good size and very dark but as long as I can remember it has been that way.


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MandMs
replied on May 12th, 2009
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If the breast mole has changed its appearance (size, color, oozing) or sensations (itch, pain) or if it belongs to the group of dysplastic mole, the excision should be considered.
Having a mole for all of your life without changes doesn't pose risk for melanoma (melanoma can appear in already existing mole or in a new developed one).
Melanoma in situ, is usually cured with excision, but the inadequate excision, the affected site, are factors that put someone to greater chances for local recurrence of melanoma in situ.
To avoid this possibility, have regular check ups at your dermatologist's office (two times a year).
It is very important to be highly protected from the sun exposure.

Best wishes!
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saracp
replied on May 12th, 2009
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thanks
thank you for responding... At this point I am trying to learn ALL I can Smile
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