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Is erythema around a mole ever normal?
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No: At best, a mole surrounded by erythema is an inflamed mole. At worst, it can be a warning sign for melanoma. Please see your dermatologist immediately to have the mole properly diagnosed and managed.
Answered 1/19/2016
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