Question 1

30 yrs,f, new jet black mole appeared on back of my lower leg, i have all brown moles usually, i scratched 50% off and now im worried.what to do?

Accepted Answer

Mole: Please go to your doctor and let him/her examine the mole.  it may be ok or need treatment.  Be especially vigilant if a mole changes in any way, shape, color, bleeding, etc.  Peace and good health.

Question 2

i had scratched two moles which seemed to have formed scabs. i shaved & exfoliated & scabs came off. now there's some small dot of pigment. worry?

Accepted Answer

Depends on size: and location, but melanoma is rare when lesion is less than 4mm.  If this becomes a recurrent problem, surgical excision would be definitive treatment.  Consult with a dermatologist just to be sure.

Question 3

why is it that moles i've had my entire life scratching off easily now at age 33?

Accepted Answer

Type of mole: You are probably referring to a type of mole called a seborrheic keratosis that is basically a waxy mole. You are able to scratch the waxy top off of the mole. But, it does not get rid of the mole. The waxy surface reoccurs after 24 to 36 hours.

Question 4

i might have accidently scratched off the top of one of my moles? what do i need to do? and will this cause any serious damage? thank you!

Accepted Answer

Moles: Usually this is not an issue. Repeated trauma (by scratching) may cause problems - namely cancer of the skin . Most moles are normal unless they get very hairy, have irregular edges, have redness on the edges and start increasing in size.

Question 5

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 6

i scratched a flat mole on my back and now it lifted and it bled?

Accepted Answer

Benign spot : That's very common. It could be a benign tag or keratosis. If it's still there or grows back or u are concerned, see a 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

how come a flat mole scabs up when you scratch at it?

Accepted Answer

: Just like normal skin would scab up if you scratch it. Do not scratch moles.
You may watch a mole and wait. If the mole doubles in size, becomes irregular in size, shape or color, bleeds, ulcerates or develops a nodule, see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 10

i scraped my mole yhe mole came back darker it was getting lighter ams browner until i scratched it will it go back brown again?

Accepted Answer

Color change: warrants a  dermatology office visit.  You may need a biopsy..

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30 yrs,f, new jet black mole appeared on back of my lower leg, i have all brown moles usually, i scratched 50% off and now im worried.what to do?

A member asked:

I had scratched two moles which seemed to have formed scabs. i shaved & exfoliated & scabs came off. now there's some small dot of pigment. worry?

A member asked:

Why is it that moles i've had my entire life scratching off easily now at age 33?

A member asked:

I might have accidently scratched off the top of one of my moles? what do i need to do? and will this cause any serious damage? thank you!

A member asked:

Does mole bleeds when its gets scratched accidently ?

A member asked:

I scratched a flat mole on my back and now it lifted and it bled?

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:

How come a flat mole scabs up when you scratch at it?

A member asked:

I scraped my mole yhe mole came back darker it was getting lighter ams browner until i scratched it will it go back brown again?

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