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How can i tell if its cancer family member has a mole that is dark and has grown
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Based : Based on your description, it is is best evaluated by a dermatologist. It could easily be something completely benign such as a seborrheic keratosis, but best if a dermatologist takes a peek.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Mole: The only way to know a mole is cancerous is to have a skin biopsy. Often a dermatologist can predict whether a mole is more or less likely to be cancerous.
Answered 4/23/2013
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