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If you have previously been diagnosed with melonoma insitu and you have many miles how likely is it that you will get it again and spread somewhere?

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Not clear: Not sure what you mean by miles. Melanoma in situ is not likely to spread. Your greatest risk is for developing a new melanoma. You need to follow good protection from the sun and continue to follow up with your dematologist.

Answered 11/28/2013

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Melanoma risk: Most of the time, melanoma starts on normal skin, not in a mole. Giant congenital moles have a higher risk of melanoma. Having a lot of moles is a risk factor for melanoma, not a precancerous condition. 5-10% of people with history of melanoma will get another melanoma. Any changing or symptomatic (itchy, painful, bleeding, crusting, etc) mole needs to be seen by dermatology asap.

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Dr. Travis Kidner answered

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Increased risk: Having a history of melanoma does increase your risk of developing another one. You should see your dermatologist at least every 6 months for a complete skin examination.

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