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New raised mole on skin: could it be melanoma?

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Dr. Steve Martinez answered

Specializes in Breast Surgery

Could be: It could be, particularly if it is asymmetrical in its color distribution, has irregular border, has color variation, and a diameter larger than a pencil eraser. Get it checked out if it concerns you; a good dermatologist can suggest if this really needs to be biopsied or removed.

Answered 4/17/2020

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