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A member asked:

I have a tiny light colored freckle between my toes. are freckles located here always concerning for melanoma even if they are small and not dark?

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Dr. Scott Keith answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Watch it close...: Sometimes, it's just a freckle. A sudden change in color, size of texture should certainly cause you to have it evaluated. But remember, sometimes it's jut a freckle. If you have reason to suspect otherwise, there's no problem with having a dermatologist do a quick check. But sometimes, it's just a freckle.

Answered 5/26/2016

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