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I have a mole on the left hip area that is 6 mm in diameter and becomes scaly and scaby and raised sometimes....have it since childhood...doesnt pains or itches....but worried if its dangerous or not
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Hello Usually moles are benign. They usually change in appearance or size or shape or texture if there is a malignant conversion.You should consult a doctor and get yourself evaluated.
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