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A 22-year-old male asked:
I scraped a mole now its gone what if it had cancer?
3 doctor answers • 6 doctors weighed in
Dr. Steven Warrenanswered
Family Medicine 11 years experience
Grow back: I\just monitor the area and see what happens If it grows back then have it checked by a provider if not you do not need to worry
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Dr. Katharine Coxanswered
Pediatric Emergency Medicine 47 years experience
Watch: Watch for any further changes of the skin surrounding the mole. It is unlikely if it was cancer you would have been able to scrape it off. If the skin does not appear normal to you or you have any swollen glands see your doctor for further treatment.
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A Verified Doctoranswered
41 years experience
Ear: God question. Unlikely it had cancer by your story. Generally leave moles alone. I would go see a dermatologist to check that area and do a complete body check
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Dr. Marc Yune commented
Facial Plastic Surgery 32 years experience
A simple shave biopsy at that site will give you peace of mind
Aug 17, 2014
Last updated May 28, 2015
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