Question 1

please answer, are all irregular shaped moles cancerous?

Accepted Answer

No, not always!: Most primary melanomas have irregular margins(border) but not all irregular moles are cancerous. If the mole has changed in size or share or become irregular recetly, then a biopsy of the mole is advised. Without biopsy we can not be certain about it being cancerous.

Question 2

are all irregular moles on the breasts cancerous?

Accepted Answer

No: The vast majority of moles are benign (not cancerous). Nevertheless, you should have any strange looking, growing, discolored, asymmetric or new moles checked by your doctor.

Question 3

are moles with irregular borders always cancerous?

Accepted Answer

Always concerning: ...But not all progressed to cancer, can be early / pre- stages if you get them checked by a dermatologist as soon as you notice some irregularity / color changes / consistency changes / etc. See a dermatologist or your family dr for evaluation.

Question 4

i have a mole that is solid brown, not irregular in shape or color, but has dried up and has a rough texture.  is it cancer?

Accepted Answer

Should be seen: Any mole that makes the owner suspicious deserves to be seen by a physician who's good at skin. This is jmore likely an actinic keratosis, which itself ought to be at least followed.

Question 5

i've just noticed i have an irregular mole on my body that i fear might babe be cancerous. can you recommend me on what to do?

Accepted Answer

See a provider...: Irregular moles (nevi) can be concerning.  Changes in color, size, irregular borders, ulceration / bleeding, and asymmetry of nevi are possible concerns for malignancy.  It would be good to have a physcial examination by a healthcare provider such as a primary care physician or dermatologist.  These people could give you their clinical impression and might perform a biopsy to classify the process.

Question 6

i have a mole on my leg which i have had since i was little but has now split into 3 sections and starting to look irregular. could this be cancerous?

Accepted Answer

Change in mole: Any change in mole should be evaluated by dermatologist.

Question 7

is it true that irregular shaped moles are a cancer risk?

Accepted Answer

They can be: An irregular mole which is changing in size shape or color can be a melanoma. That is why the acronym, abcd was designed to remind us that an asymmetric, border irregular, color- mixtures lesion with a diameter of more than 5mm should make us/you suspect that the mole may indeed be a melanoma, so a biopsy is often recommended.In such situations.

Question 8

are irregular pigmented spitz nevus normal, also l used google and it said its normal for the skin next to the mole to itch a bit. im a teenager as well and worried if its a cancerous mole?

Accepted Answer

: A dermatologist can tell. But am concerned because your age is listed as 43 and you say you are a teenager.  How long is one considered a teenager down under. Because this suggests untruthfulness I cannot answer as also doubt what you are telling me.

Question 9

what are the chances of a large irregular mole that i have had for 15-20 years, turning into skin cancer, it is 18mm x 10mm and dark. i am brown. ?

Accepted Answer

Highly UNLIKELY: but if you are concerned about skin cancer a yearly skin lesion review with your PCP is suggested . This would be a part of a regular visit. hope this is helpful!
BE WELL!
Dr Z

Question 10

i have a mole on my hip/butt it's been discolored/irregular borders for as long as i can remember is it cancerous? i'm 26 only been sun burned twice.

Accepted Answer

Likely NOT: Moles are benign. However, be familiar with the ABCD's of melanoma. If there are any concerning characteristics, a dermatologist will either observe frequently or biopsy.

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Are moles with irregular borders always cancerous?

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I have a mole that is solid brown, not irregular in shape or color, but has dried up and has a rough texture. is it cancer?

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I've just noticed i have an irregular mole on my body that i fear might babe be cancerous. can you recommend me on what to do?

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I have a mole on my leg which i have had since i was little but has now split into 3 sections and starting to look irregular. could this be cancerous?

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Is it true that irregular shaped moles are a cancer risk?

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Are irregular pigmented spitz nevus normal, also l used google and it said its normal for the skin next to the mole to itch a bit. im a teenager as well and worried if its a cancerous mole?

A member asked:

What are the chances of a large irregular mole that i have had for 15-20 years, turning into skin cancer, it is 18mm x 10mm and dark. i am brown. ?

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I have a mole on my hip/butt it's been discolored/irregular borders for as long as i can remember is it cancerous? i'm 26 only been sun burned twice.

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