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Flat (no mole) spot on back of arm. no tenderness,no change to size or color. had for at least month. looks similar to a bruise. skin cancer concern?

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Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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May be sun damage: Malignant skin conditions normally are irregular shaped, grow, have uneven coloration the malignant melanoma is a concern although being flat is less worrisome. Its always best to simply shoe a dermatologist who could diagnose what you have easily.

Answered 9/1/2020

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A member asked:

Flat (no mole) spot on back of arm. no tenderness,no change to size or color. had for at least month. looks similar to a bruise. skin cancer concern?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Glenn Messina answered

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