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Is A Fleshy Circular Mole On Leg A Cause For Concern?

Hi I have had a fleshy circular mole on my leg for a few years its never changed in any way & I dont like the way it looks but I want to know if its pré cancerous etc what can I do & I never went to my doctors to get it checked out asit didnt look like cancerous moles
Thu, 30 Mar 2023
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Hello,

You have a fleshy circular mole on the leg, you are upset with how it looks. You are suggested to get it clinically examined by a dermatologist, do not neglect, early detection needs regular skin checks to examine moles and skin, and look for changes. Commonly the moles that are not normal have uneven borders, they are asymmetrical, have diameter larger than the normal moles.

While the normal moles do not evolve or change the moles that are not normal commonly evolve and change in color, shape and size. Your treating dermatologist will do a skin inspection from head to toe. You may be asked to go for skin examination that will be a regular part of your preventive medical care.

If the treating doctor suspects a mole to be cancerous, a biopsy of the mole will be done to confirm the diagnosis. Your treatment will depend on the pathology and its stage if malignancy is detected. You will be treated accordingly with a combination therapy, treatment and management. Do not touch or scratch the mole. Take care of your hygiene and stay away from addictions if any.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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Is A Fleshy Circular Mole On Leg A Cause For Concern?

Hello, You have a fleshy circular mole on the leg, you are upset with how it looks. You are suggested to get it clinically examined by a dermatologist, do not neglect, early detection needs regular skin checks to examine moles and skin, and look for changes. Commonly the moles that are not normal have uneven borders, they are asymmetrical, have diameter larger than the normal moles. While the normal moles do not evolve or change the moles that are not normal commonly evolve and change in color, shape and size. Your treating dermatologist will do a skin inspection from head to toe. You may be asked to go for skin examination that will be a regular part of your preventive medical care. If the treating doctor suspects a mole to be cancerous, a biopsy of the mole will be done to confirm the diagnosis. Your treatment will depend on the pathology and its stage if malignancy is detected. You will be treated accordingly with a combination therapy, treatment and management. Do not touch or scratch the mole. Take care of your hygiene and stay away from addictions if any. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician