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My 5 y/o has newly developed an asymptomatic black spot in anterior frenulum of his tougue. he had a skin lesion excision which turns out to be dysplastic nevi. should i get him checked for it?

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Absolutely: Particularly since he has already had a dysplastic nevus, he may be at greater risk to develop melanomas. Any black or multicolored spot on his skin or a mucous membrane (like in the mouth) should at least be checked out by a dermatologist (or, in this case, ear, nose and throat specialist).

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Scott Bolhack answered

Specializes in Wound care

Mucous membrane: Yes. You should have him checked out by a physician to determine what this may be. The history of the dysplastic nevi should lower your resistance to having this examined.

Answered 11/18/2012

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