Question 1

small black mole, rough, 1/4 inch high appeared overnight. unique. i exfoliated it off, all that is left is bleeding red pinpoint. skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

I doubt it: Skin cancer, other than melanoma would be very unusual in a 17 year old. Melanoma is typically not rough on the surface and it would be difficult to 'exfoliate' it without a lot of bleeding. Watch the site for a few months...If it recurs then you need to see a dermatologist to treat it well next time.

Question 2

there's a mole on my torso that stings to touch. what's wrong with it? infection? cancer? injury? looks normal otherwise. no bleeding.

Accepted Answer

See details: It is impossible to offer specific advice without being able to examine the lesion first hand. See a dermatologist in your area.

Question 3

i have a mole on my back that has started bleeding on its own, it's now formed what looks like a blood blister over it, could it be cancer?

Accepted Answer

Go to see derm: You should go to see a dermaologist and have that mole removed. Bleeding on the mole by itself would be one of the symptoms of cancerous mole. Make an appointment as soon as possible and have that mole checked and removed. Don't delay. Good luck.

Question 4

where your private's meet your leg i notice a small raised circle like mole.  also noticed on on outer vagina.  they are about the size of a pencil eraser and skin colours.  feel like a mole.  could these be skin or vulvar cancer ? not itchy/bleeding?

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: These raised pigmented skin lesions do not sound malignant, but a physician or dermatologist would have to inspect them in order to advise you.

Question 5

i have a mole on my shoulder that has grown and changed colour. for weeks now iv had lumps in both my armpits, some bleed or weep. do i have cancer ?

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Suspicious: Some of the characteristics you're describing are very suspicious.  Please get with a Dermatologist ASAP and have this looked at/possibly biopsied.  To answer your question, cancer is a possibility.

Question 6

i have a mole  under my chin and it now has a hard lump underneath it as of today and bleed a little. i'm scared it could be cancer after reading up o?

Accepted Answer

Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without taking additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. It may be necessary to remove the lesion and submit the tissue to a pathologist for evaluation.

Question 7

i have a mole that is coming away from the skin after it got caught whilst sleeping it did bleed.  it is now having by a thread, got a doctors appointment but not until monday. i am very anxious i have cancer?

Accepted Answer

Mole : Best course of action would be to take the mole off the rest of the way. Scissors will be fine and you will likely experience minimal discomfort.  Bandage the area and check with your doctor on Monday.

Question 8

one of my moles recently started to bleed. is that a sign of skin cancer? i'm a red head with very pale skin.

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: A bleeding mole is a warning sign. Please see your doctor to ascertain if the lesion needs to be removed for examination by a pathologist.

Question 9

i scraped a mole now its gone what if it had cancer?

Accepted Answer

Grow back: I\just monitor the area and see what happens If it grows back then have it checked by a provider if not you do not need to worry

Question 10

can trauma cause cancer in a mole?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes : There have been reports of cancer developing in areas of prior trauma including burns or a strong bruise.  However, the cancer usually develops many years later.  If you have a mole and it has had trauma, bring it to the attention of a doctor who will decide if it needs a biopsy or can be watched.

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Small black mole, rough, 1/4 inch high appeared overnight. unique. i exfoliated it off, all that is left is bleeding red pinpoint. skin cancer?

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There's a mole on my torso that stings to touch. what's wrong with it? infection? cancer? injury? looks normal otherwise. no bleeding.

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I have a mole on my back that has started bleeding on its own, it's now formed what looks like a blood blister over it, could it be cancer?

A member asked:

Where your private's meet your leg i notice a small raised circle like mole. also noticed on on outer vagina. they are about the size of a pencil eraser and skin colours. feel like a mole. could these be skin or vulvar cancer ? not itchy/bleeding?

A member asked:

I have a mole on my shoulder that has grown and changed colour. for weeks now iv had lumps in both my armpits, some bleed or weep. do i have cancer ?

A member asked:

I have a mole under my chin and it now has a hard lump underneath it as of today and bleed a little. i'm scared it could be cancer after reading up o?

A member asked:

I have a mole that is coming away from the skin after it got caught whilst sleeping it did bleed. it is now having by a thread, got a doctors appointment but not until monday. i am very anxious i have cancer?

A member asked:

One of my moles recently started to bleed. is that a sign of skin cancer? i'm a red head with very pale skin.

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I scraped a mole now its gone what if it had cancer?

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Can trauma cause cancer in a mole?

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