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A member asked:
Had a mole removed - pathology report came back severely dysplastic. 1) is it always normal to go back to get margins cut out? 2) just to be clear severely dysplastic does not mean cancer?
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"Severely dysplastic" is not Melanoma but close . Yes, I would fully agree for a local small re-excision to be done . Will be curative
Answered 7/14/2021
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Dysplasia indicates an irregular alteration in the size, shape and organization of the cells noted by the pathologist. If the process continues, the lesion may ultimately be composed of only abnormal cells resulting in some form of skin cancer. A Mohs surgeon performs a precise removal to ensure the margins are clear of abnormal cells, while healthy tissue is spared; may be a viable option for you
Answered 7/15/2021
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Mole on right upper back, a DermTech tested positive for LINC00518. Then, I had the atypical nevus punch-excised. Pathology: moderate cytologic atypia. Border is not clean; the nevus cells extend to one lateral margin of the section. Re-excise or no?
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Had mole removed - came back dysplastic but no mention if margins clear. Visually clear so Dr. did not take any further biopsy/margins. Should they?
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Hello I had a mole removed biopsy came back severely dysplastic. Is it common for the pathologist to misread and it actually be melanoma? Or is there a distinct difference?
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