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I have an atypical mole with a new black spot in the middle. my local dr can see me in 2wks, then another appt (presumably 2 wks later) if biopsy is needed, then 2 weeks for results they say. is this too slow? or can i wait 6 wks for a possible dx?

Q: i have an atypical mole with a new black spot in the middle. my local dr can see me in 2wks, then another appt (presumably 2 wks later) if biopsy is needed, then 2 weeks for results they say. is this too slow? or can i wait 6 wks for a possible dx?

: You should see a dermatologist or the doctor who made the diagnosis of the atypical mole

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Dr. Howard Smith answered

You should see a dermatologist or the doctor who made the diagnosis of the atypical mole

Dr Menter agreed

Answered 11/6/2021

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Dr. Harold Fields answered

See a dermatologist as he could give you a diagnosis in one visit. Good Luck

Answered 11/8/2021

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A member asked:

I have an atypical mole with a new black spot in the middle. my local dr can see me in 2wks, then another appt (presumably 2 wks later) if biopsy is needed, then 2 weeks for results they say. is this too slow? or can i wait 6 wks for a possible dx?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Howard Smith answered

Dr Menter agreed

Dr. Harold Fields answered

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