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3 to 4mm mole on legs. the mole gets darker brown in the middle of the mole. i am 26 male. the shape looks fine. should i be worried?

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Dr. Edward Burney answered

Leg mole: Ususally size increase, color change or bleeding are indications of a problem. However, should see doc to be sure.

Dr Iwata agreed

Answered 5/1/2014

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A member asked:

3 to 4mm mole on legs. the mole gets darker brown in the middle of the mole. i am 26 male. the shape looks fine. should i be worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Edward Burney answered

Dr Iwata agreed

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