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I've had this really small piece of skin next to my arm pit for a long time. recently it turned into a brownish black ball, like a mole. any concerns?

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Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

Of course: Change in size should be a concern, the same as far is change in color please check it out please.

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 2/16/2021

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Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

Mole: Have the area evaluated by a dermatologist . In this area skin tags are common. However to be safe the area should be examined medically.

Answered 4/21/2013

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A member asked:

I've had this really small piece of skin next to my arm pit for a long time. recently it turned into a brownish black ball, like a mole. any concerns?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Ahmad M Hadied answered

Dr Kuitems and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

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