Question 1

can a normal brown mole that turns black with an irregular red border overnight be all of a suddden melanoma?  could it be from my pregnancy hormones?

Accepted Answer

No: Moles don't generally change color overnight, although you may not have noticed before.  You should see a dermatologist at your nearest convenience, or whichever physician you're seeing next.  She/he can evaluate the mole and help you to navigate for a biopsy, ultimately needed for definitive evaluation.

Question 2

i have a mole on my cheekbone now for five years it has only grew during my pregnancy its a  eye sore to me would i know if it were cancer in five yrs?

Accepted Answer

Have it examined: The nevus needs to be seen and evaluated by and experienced dermaologist is give and answer.

Question 3

new moles after/during pregnancy. derm didn't look @ them as i said tiny. was this ok? he only checked a few concerns not all& no new ones.

Accepted Answer

Yes, ok.: If new moles gets bigger , borders become irregular,color changes or raised from the skin surface call your dermatologist to go over.

Question 4

is it normal to get what seem like venous lakes after pregnancy? obgyn said what i have are moles and dermatologist just said normal. the look reddish

Accepted Answer

Cherry angiomata: Are common benign lesions made up of capillaries. They commonly are noticed during pregnancy. There is no reason to remove them. If for cosmetic reasons you want them removed, they are easily ablated by laser in the office setting. They look likes red moles.

Question 5

can early melanoma or any melanoma be detected by ultrasound like if the moles on my stomach were melanoma would they have found something during my pregnancy check ups?

Accepted Answer

: Ultrasound is not  way to check for melanoma. If you have moles you may watch and wait. You may watch 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 6

what is mole pregnancy? is there a baby?

Accepted Answer

No baby: A hydatidiform mole is not a baby.  It is abnormal placental development, which requires a D&C  for treatment and followup to assure that it has all been removed. To ensure that you do not develop a persistent mole or choriocarcinoma, followup blood levels of HCG are checked periodically until negative for a few months and it is recommended that you do not get pregnant during that time frame.

Question 7

does a fetus develop in a partial mole pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Conception determind: Molar pregnancies (complete or partial) occur rarely at the time of conception. A fetus may be present in partial molar pregnancies, however it will be small for gestational age and not growing well; at the same time, the placenta will be inhomogeneous on ultrasound and the amniotic fluid volume will frequently be decreased.

Question 8

dermatologist checked new mole (appeared in pregnancy) with dermatoscope. said its fine (pigmented nevus with paler areas) but to return for a check in 3 mos. how confident can i be in the diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

There are no: guarantees, but if you trust your dermatologist you should be fine. If it looks like its changing then go in sooner and get it biopsied to be sure.

Question 9

37wks/5days preg. since pregnancy i have noticed a larger amount of moles ("beauty marks") on both sides of my neck. something to worry about?

Accepted Answer

Beauty marks: The growths should be checked by a dermatologist . Skin tags are common during pregnancy and are easily removed in the office . Any abnormal moles are biopsied to check for skin cancer.

Question 10

is there a problem if i am developing moles late in pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It is normal for moles to become darker and more voluminous during pregnancy.  If there is a change in the size, shape, color, or symmetry of a mole, consult a dermatologist as soon as possible.

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Can a normal brown mole that turns black with an irregular red border overnight be all of a suddden melanoma? could it be from my pregnancy hormones?

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I have a mole on my cheekbone now for five years it has only grew during my pregnancy its a eye sore to me would i know if it were cancer in five yrs?

A member asked:

New moles after/during pregnancy. derm didn't look @ them as i said tiny. was this ok? he only checked a few concerns not all& no new ones.

A member asked:

Is it normal to get what seem like venous lakes after pregnancy? obgyn said what i have are moles and dermatologist just said normal. the look reddish

A member asked:

Can early melanoma or any melanoma be detected by ultrasound like if the moles on my stomach were melanoma would they have found something during my pregnancy check ups?

A member asked:

What is mole pregnancy? is there a baby?

A member asked:

Does a fetus develop in a partial mole pregnancy?

A member asked:

Dermatologist checked new mole (appeared in pregnancy) with dermatoscope. said its fine (pigmented nevus with paler areas) but to return for a check in 3 mos. how confident can i be in the diagnosis?

A member asked:

37wks/5days preg. since pregnancy i have noticed a larger amount of moles ("beauty marks") on both sides of my neck. something to worry about?

A member asked:

Is there a problem if i am developing moles late in pregnancy?

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