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Can tatoo make it hard to see skin cancers and moles?
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It could: Tattoos alter the pigmentation and may make it harder to see changes happening in moles or normal skin. Despite the fact that tattoos are fashionable, these reflect self-mutilation and should be avoided.
Answered 8/19/2012
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Tattoo: Yes a tattoo can obscure a skin cancer . Both patients and dermatologists should carefully inspect all tattoos for potential skin cancers.
Answered 4/23/2013
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