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30 yrs,f, new jet black mole appeared on back of my lower leg, i have all brown moles usually, i scratched 50% off and now im worried.what to do?

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Mole: Please go to your doctor and let him/her examine the mole. it may be ok or need treatment. Be especially vigilant if a mole changes in any way, shape, color, bleeding, etc. Peace and good health.

Answered 7/10/2018

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