Question 1

i have a mole on my head an its getting bigger ?

Accepted Answer

Needs biopsy: An enlarging mole should be addressed by excisional biopsy. See your dermatologist or plastic surgeon to have it addressed. The obvious concern is a change or dysplasia in a mole which can lead to melanoma.

Question 2

strange mole on my back getting bigger, what does this mean?

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It means that you : Need to see the dermatologist. I recommend that my patients have a head to toe dermatology examination every year. The dermatologist can determine if you need a biopsy ; if the lesion looks suspicious or not.

Question 3

i am experiencing  unusual mole on my face and it's getting bigger?

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Please have this: assessed by your primary care provider or by your dermatologist. It may be completely benign  - but it is best to know for sure. Take care.

Question 4

i have a raised mole on my leg which appeared approx 2 years ago and is getting bigger. do i need to see a doctor?

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Definitely: "moles" that change in size and configuration are of serious concern. If the mole's border is indistinct and irregular and it is multicolored and getting thicker, there is a possibility of melanoma, which can sometimes first appear on the legs. Definitely see your fp or a dermatologist to have the lesion evaluated and/or biopsed or removed.

Question 5

i have a black mole on my breast that came up about 5 yrs. ago, it keeps getting bigger. it itches and burns and has a pinching feeling.

Accepted Answer

Changing mole: Any changing skin lesion should be evaluated by a medical professional.  The enlargement or color change may be related to abnormal cells growing, or could be just a change in pigmentation.  If it is painful, this is a sign that something is going on, so don't put off seeking medical attention from your primary care provider or dermatologist.

Question 6

my 13yr old girl is on puberty. she has mole on her areola its getting bigger because of breasts growing. its bigger than pencil eraser. is that bad?

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Not necessarily: If the mole looks bigger because the skin it is sitting on has stretched due to growth of the breast, it is not worrisome. You may wish to 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 and your family good health!

Question 7

i have a black mole on my breast about 6yrs. now. it is getting bigger, itches, burns and a pinching feeling. my female dr. said it's vascular.

Accepted Answer

Specialist: The fact that it troubles you is itself a pretty good reason for it to be evaluated be s dermatologist or surgeon with an eye to removal.

Question 8

hi there i have a sore lump underneath my mole on my face, right side of the cheek. first few days it wasn't so bad but now it's sore to touch and seems to be getting bigger. should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

: A pimple or a boil develops under the mole and it's not uncommon. The mole prevents the pimple from reaching your skin’s surface. This blockage can trigger minor soreness or pain until the pimple goes away. Take care.

Question 9

why are my moles getting bigger?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: You may need mole removal, biopsy, and routine follow up if you have lots of growing moles.  Avoid the sun and remember to use sun block.

Question 10

i have these small flat moles that suddenly appeared around 5 years ago and now, i noticed that they are getting bigger, should i have these removed?

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Dermatologist: Any change in moles or moles that appear to be very different from others should be checked by a dermatologist.

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I have a mole on my head an its getting bigger ?

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I am experiencing unusual mole on my face and it's getting bigger?

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I have a raised mole on my leg which appeared approx 2 years ago and is getting bigger. do i need to see a doctor?

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I have a black mole on my breast that came up about 5 yrs. ago, it keeps getting bigger. it itches and burns and has a pinching feeling.

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My 13yr old girl is on puberty. she has mole on her areola its getting bigger because of breasts growing. its bigger than pencil eraser. is that bad?

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I have a black mole on my breast about 6yrs. now. it is getting bigger, itches, burns and a pinching feeling. my female dr. said it's vascular.

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Hi there i have a sore lump underneath my mole on my face, right side of the cheek. first few days it wasn't so bad but now it's sore to touch and seems to be getting bigger. should i be concerned?

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Why are my moles getting bigger?

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I have these small flat moles that suddenly appeared around 5 years ago and now, i noticed that they are getting bigger, should i have these removed?

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