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Can i put or rub alcohol (ethanol)on a mole that is still not checked by a doctor ?

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

See a doctor.: A mole can be cancerous. See a doctor to check it out.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 7/2/2020

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