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Not sure what I’ve got

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    • January 7, 2019 at 5:47 pm
    Mattnash91
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      Hi guys I’m 23 and worried I’ve got melanoma. I noticed a mole on my head three years s ago and never really paid attention to it I just looked at it now and it’s scaring me. Do you guys know if it’s indicative of melanoma. I see there is hair growing from it which is a good sign, no?

      Guys I have really bad health anxiety please give me some advice

       

       

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        • January 7, 2019 at 5:48 pm
        Mattnash91
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          • January 7, 2019 at 7:30 pm
          Janner
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            No one can tell from a picture.  It is unusual, but unusual isn't necessarily bad.  However, unusual does say that you should visit a dermatologist to have it evaluated.  I wouldn't stress about it, but I would have it looked at by a professional.  It's not anything bad unless a pathology report says it is bad!

            • January 7, 2019 at 11:20 pm
            MichelleRHG
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              I’ve been told twice by my dermatologist that hair growing from a mole is usually a good sign. But still get it checked!
                • January 9, 2019 at 11:12 pm
                AN8
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                  I have been told the same thing by my derm, but I recall another post recently where someone said their derm does not support that theory??  I am asking mine again because its good to know small things like that. 

                  You can NEVER go wrong getting something checked so make that appt if you have not done so!

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