Could This Be Melanoma?

[*Robin*]

Last year I had a mole removed on my right arm that I thought was suspicious. Everything came back fine, but a mole (or part of a mole) grew back in it's place. This past week, I've noticed that it looks a little dry and swollen, maybe just raised a little.

It looks like there is a little red spot at the bottom of it, too.

My question is, could this be melanoma? The first mole came back fine, but could melanoma have grown back in it's place.

I apologize if this is a stupid question, but I do tan (I know how bad it is, I really have to quit), so it does scare me.

Any help is appreciated!

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

The typical signs and symptoms of a melanoma are - ' Asymmetrical skin lesion, irregular border of the lesion, multiple colours, moles greater than 5 mm are more likely to be melanomas than smaller moles, change of a mole or lesion may be a hint that the lesion is becoming malignant or elevation.'

You could read more about the condition at the following link -
' http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Melanoma'

Nothing can be said with surety without having a look at the leions and it would be best to consult your doctor for a clinical examination.

Let us know about what your doctor advises and post us if you need any other information.

Regards.