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Eczema around a 2 mm brown normal mole. thought it was a meyerson's nevi. the eczema cleared but noticed months later the mole is ligher? same shape.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dermatologist: I feel that any changes in a mole should be evaluated by a dermatologist. If this mole stands out as quite different from other moles you may have, it is another reason to have it checked by a specialist.

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

Answered 10/23/2017

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A member asked:

Eczema around a 2 mm brown normal mole. thought it was a meyerson's nevi. the eczema cleared but noticed months later the mole is ligher? same shape.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

Dr Chuu and another doctor agreed

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