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I have a mole on my neck, i get checked yearly derm sees no change in color, size, i scratched it with my nail accidentally & it bled, is that normal?

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Yes. It is entirely: possible that your mole would bleed if traumatized. If your Dermatologist has been checking it there is not much to worry about. If necessary, put a bandaid over it for a few days to avoid additional trauma.

Dr Zimon and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 12/26/2018

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A member asked:

I have a mole on my neck, i get checked yearly derm sees no change in color, size, i scratched it with my nail accidentally & it bled, is that normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Dr Zimon and 2 doctors agreed

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