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Dermatologist checked new mole (appeared in pregnancy) with dermatoscope. said its fine (pigmented nevus with paler areas) but to return for a check in 3 mos. how confident can i be in the diagnosis?
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There are no: guarantees, but if you trust your dermatologist you should be fine. If it looks like its changing then go in sooner and get it biopsied to be sure.
Answered 7/27/2014
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