Question 1

what does it mean when a mole start to turn black?

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Dermatologist time!: When a mole changes in color, shape, size or texture, there is a chance that the mole is now turning into a melanoma. Without proper examination, it's not possible to make the diagnosis. So it would be wise to see a dermatologist.

Question 2

what does a black mole mean?

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Get it checked a : Dermatologist. He or she will check for any signs c/w a melanoma.

Question 3

there is a black mole in centre of my tongue. what it means?

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See your doctor: You have symptoms which could be serious and should see your physician.  He/she will listen to you, do a physical examinarion, run some tests, and let you know what's going on.

Question 4

are black moles dangerous? what do they mean?

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Moles : While not all black moles are skin cancer, very dark or black pigment is found in many melanoma skin cancers . See a dermatologist for any suspicious mole.

Question 5

what does it mean when a mole hurts?

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Mole: A painful mole may have been rubbed or caught on something.  However, any painful or itchy symptoms should be evaluated by a dermatologist as these signs could indicate a skin cancerous change in some cases.

Question 6

what does it mean when a mole is sensitive to the touch?

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Sensitive: Any symptomatic (pain , itch, sensitivity, etc. ) mole could indicate a cancerous change . It may also be non issue . It is best to have a dermatologist evaluate and treat if needed.

Question 7

what does it mean when a mole goes from dark brown to tan, expanded a little to.

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Most likely nothing: It is a good idea to have your doctor look at any changing skin lesion.  Benign skin lesions can also grow and change.  Generally speaking, if a mole is larger than say a pencil eraser (6mm), edges are not sharp and clear, scaling or bleeding, the pigmentation is not uniform or even throughout, or  obviously changing you should have it checked.  The doctor may biopsy the lesion if necessary.

Question 8

what does it mean when a mole itches on a person's back?

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See your doctor: If your mole is changing or you are unable to tell if it is a bug bite see your doctor for a diagnosis.  If it needs to be removed or biopsied your doctor will be able to help you with that.

Question 9

what does it mean when a mole goes yellow ?

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See a doctor: If a mole changes color, size, shape or texture you need to get screened for cancer. Get checked once a year for any cancerous lesions and for any suspicious lesions such as this one, .

Question 10

what is a black mole?

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Blue nevus: A blue nevis is a very dark mole. This can not be determined just by appearance. Since moles can be abnormal a very dark mole should be evaluated and possibly biopsied by a dermatologist.Even benign lesions can change and a delay in diagnosis and treatment of a melanoma can make a significant difference in prognosis.

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