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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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Dr. Sarmela Sunder answered

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.

Dr Deeken agreed

Answered 5/23/2015

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Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

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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A member asked:

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?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Sarmela Sunder answered

Dr Deeken agreed

Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

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