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Have a small dark brown mole that "sheds" skin. it also grows black skin on it which flakes off after a while. could this be melanoma?
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See dermatologist: Most likely a seborrheic keratosis by description but you should have it evaluated by a dermatologist or your primary.
Answered 3/14/2018
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See below:: Agree with Dr. Brown. You may elect to watch and wait. If the mole doubles in size, becomes irregular in size, shape or color, bleeds, ulcerates or develops a nodule, see a doctor. Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. Practice safe sex, if you have sex.
Answered 3/14/2018
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