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A member asked:

Realistically, can nodular melanoma stay the same small 3mm diameter for 2 years? no change.

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dr. Azen Jukic answered

Specializes in Pathology

Yes: Yes, because it can be growing in depth, which you will not see from outside. If you are concerned, go get the mole out. It is a simple procedure.

Answered 1/27/2017

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Remove Melanoma: That's what you can see...No telling how far it has spread microscopically. Get it off!

Dr Friedlander and another doctor agreed

Answered 5/12/2015

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