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A member asked:

I have a mole on my back, that is raised, had it for years, it has recentlly gotten dry, and part of it came off?

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Dr. Elton Behner answered

Have it: checked by a dermatologist. When moles just suddenly change they need to be addressed asap.

Dr Rhoads and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/24/2017

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