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I scratched off a raised mole a few months ago iand t bled then left flat pigment residue would the mole grow back if it was melanoma?
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It can be several things, it needs to be seen. Have it evaluated by a dermatologist
Answered 3/22/2021
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A melanoma would grow back, except in the unlikely event of your having removed the whole lesion. 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. Wish you good health!
Answered 3/20/2021
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