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If mole completely removed, could mole cells hide in nerves and regrow?
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Probably not: If it was removed correctly, there should be no residual tissue left.
Answered 9/21/2012
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Lynphatics: Although melanomas are detected using a nerve protein marker s100, if they spread, try tend this via lymphatic vessels
Answered 12/9/2013
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