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Q: funny looking mole

asked by: skp84 on December 3rd, 2004

New User

Hi everyone, I am new to the board. I have had a mole that I have had for 3 years, two weeks ago it got a red ring around it and was looking funny, I went in and had a nurse look at it and she said she thought it was all right, but I needed to have it looked at anyway; I go dec.23.... The red ring is almost gone and there is now a little flaking but not alot, only on one corner. The mole used to feel round and smooth, now it feels scratchy and flat like could disappear. Should I go to this appointment or not?? Thanks for any advice given.

Skp84 Smile

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wakkochic17

replied on December 3rd, 2004

Experienced User

I would go.. It never hurts.. At worst they remove the mole (which really doesn't hurt.. I've had two removed) and at best they say it's a skin irritation and give you some cream to help the healing. It's probably a good idea to get all your moles checked out anyway.. Especially if the mole is only 3 years old. Think of it as a bonus skin check!

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