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If a mole gets hit with uv radiation, does it destroy the cells causing melanoma?

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Dr. Elliot Duboys answered

Perhaps with time: In uv - as in sun light - it may increase the chance of ultimately developing skin cancer.

Answered 11/23/2013

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A member asked:

If a mole gets hit with uv radiation, does it destroy the cells causing melanoma?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Elliot Duboys answered

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