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Looks like mole on leg (tiny). more than once throughout the years have i been able to scratch off a tiny black dot from it. is this even a mole?

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Dr. Isabel Zhu answered

Need to be seen : It is hard to tell from your description . Next time, see a doctor or attach a photo for a formal consultation.

Dr Blinski agreed

Answered 2/12/2016

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A member asked:

Looks like mole on leg (tiny). more than once throughout the years have i been able to scratch off a tiny black dot from it. is this even a mole?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Isabel Zhu answered

Dr Blinski agreed

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