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I have a dark irregular shaped mole on my side and it recently started to grow larger, should i go see a doctor?

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Dr. Marc Hirsch answered

Yes: It could be something or it could be nothing. It needs an exam and possibly a biopsy. Do it soon.

Answered 6/10/2013

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