Skin cancer: when do Moles (nevus) become dangerous? Posted: 10-23-06 16:57pm
i have this small black mole on my leg its
smaller then 1/8 its circle with a little
brown the brown coming out a little theres
not that much brown in it its smooth could
someone help me
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General Q&A Answer A1714 Posted: 10-30-06 02:53am
Moles (nevus) are benign tumors of the
skin. A nevus can transform itself into a
malignant tumor (melanoma malignum). Signs
of malignant transformations are: first
time occurrence, imbalanced growth, pain
and itching, local inflammation, bleeding,
becoming thicker, and change of color. If
you notice some of the signs mentioned
above you must visit a dermatologist or
plastic surgeon immediately!!!
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