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Is a red ring around a mole is bad?
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Not neccessarily: A redness around a mole indicates inflammation that could be from irritation. However, in some cases , the inflammation represents an immune response as the mole could be atypical. Either way , please see your dermatologist.
Answered 11/13/2018
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