Question 1

i accidentally scratched a mole but i stopped right after. 30 minutes later, a small bump was around the mole. is this a sign of cancer??

Accepted Answer

Biopsy needed: The small bump which developed around the mole may just be from trauma to the area. However, the only way to accurately determine if the mole is cancerous is to have a biopsy. Please go to a clinic as soon as possible and request that the attending physician exam the mole. I wish you well with your health and I remain available for consultations on HealthTap.

Question 2

accidentally scratching a mole that's not itchy, but stopped after. small bump around mole and goes away on its own. do i see doctor right away??

Accepted Answer

No: This is not an emergency. Give it a week to see what happens.

Question 3

i accidentally scratched a mole under my breast and it started bleeding. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Give it time to stop: Give the mole time to stop bleeding and then have a dermatologist or GYN MD evaluate the mole to see if it is problematic and needs removal.

Question 4

i accidentally scratched off a mole, and it didn't bleed underneath. the skin underneath is just a little red, and i'm worried about scarring?

Accepted Answer

It may: I would keep the area clean and provide a clear cover with an antibiotic ointment or cream. Any disruption of the  skin surface can trigger a scar formation but the intensity of scarring is less if any surface infection is prevented. It should seal over in a week or so but may take 6-8 weeks to reveal what its appearance will be.

Question 5

i accidentally scratched a tag or mole off of my left lower leg, and the small sore from it is still red, even w/ daily application of neosporin.  sho?

Accepted Answer

How long ago?????: How many days since the incident? Usually such a wound will heal in 1 or 2 weeks. THROW AWAY THE NEOSPORIN. It is useless anyway. You may be suffering an allergic reaction. Same for bacitracin and triple antibiotic. No benefit. Allergies to these are among the most common of all contact allergies. Why do they sell them? Because ignorance leads people to buy them. It is all about the money.

Question 6

does mole bleeds when its gets scratched accidently ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: But any mole that starts to itch, bleed, or change should be brought to the attention of your friendly dermatologist.

Question 7

i accidentally scratched off a part of my mole. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Mole: Let the area heal first. If there are persistent issues or if the mole grows back  have the mole evaluated by a board certified physician with expertise in moles.

Question 8

i had a mole that suddenly (the course of 2 months) changed colors and doubled in size. my baby accidentally scratched it. it ended up falling off completely. should i get the area checked out even if the mole is gone?

Accepted Answer

: If the skin is completely normal after the mole was scratched off, you do not need to be examined.

Question 9

i have a flaky/crusty mole on my back that i've recently scratched (accidentally). i have pics. can someone please assist to have a look?

Accepted Answer

Not on this forum: Best to assist would be your GP who can help with a telemedicine consult if needed. Patient privacy is one of the reasons, otherwise this platform is helping patients with general advise and medical education, not with immediate, specific care.

Question 10

my dad scratch a mole on his face and accidentally pulled it off. it won't stop bleeding.  what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Start: Try constant pressure fo 10 minutes without stopping.  Get evaluated if persustant.

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I accidentally scratched a mole but i stopped right after. 30 minutes later, a small bump was around the mole. is this a sign of cancer??

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Accidentally scratching a mole that's not itchy, but stopped after. small bump around mole and goes away on its own. do i see doctor right away??

A member asked:

I accidentally scratched a mole under my breast and it started bleeding. what should i do?

A member asked:

I accidentally scratched off a mole, and it didn't bleed underneath. the skin underneath is just a little red, and i'm worried about scarring?

A member asked:

I accidentally scratched a tag or mole off of my left lower leg, and the small sore from it is still red, even w/ daily application of neosporin. sho?

A member asked:

Does mole bleeds when its gets scratched accidently ?

A member asked:

I accidentally scratched off a part of my mole. what should i do?

A member asked:

I had a mole that suddenly (the course of 2 months) changed colors and doubled in size. my baby accidentally scratched it. it ended up falling off completely. should i get the area checked out even if the mole is gone?

A member asked:

I have a flaky/crusty mole on my back that i've recently scratched (accidentally). i have pics. can someone please assist to have a look?

A member asked:

My dad scratch a mole on his face and accidentally pulled it off. it won't stop bleeding. what should i do?

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