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Painful mole on butt/hip. feels like bee sting when touched. just had skin check & 2 moles biopsied.she didn't really check there. do i need to worry?
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Have it examined: If it is painful, it is best to have it evaluated. Examining it sooner than later can help with treating it more effectively.
Answered 5/23/2015
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Painful mole : Moles should not be painful. Is it irritated? Could it be changing or cancerous? The area has to be visualized by a dermatologist to make the proper diagnosis and to treat accordingly.
Answered 4/20/2013
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