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Will my mole grow back after removal?

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Dr. Mark Pack answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Usually not: Depending on how the mole was removed. If the mole was removed all the way through the skin, it will most likely not return. If it was removed by a technique called shaving, it might grow back.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/21/2017

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