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Why is it that moles i've had my entire life scratching off easily now at age 33?
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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.
Answered 8/9/2014
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