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I saw a new mole size 2mm, i scratched it of and it grew back odd shape, now 5 months later its shrinking in size almost disappearing, derma not conce?

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Watch and wait: If a dermatologist examined you and is not concerned, you may 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.

Dr Mallia agreed

Answered 1/7/2019

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A member asked:

I saw a new mole size 2mm, i scratched it of and it grew back odd shape, now 5 months later its shrinking in size almost disappearing, derma not conce?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

Dr Mallia agreed

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