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Dark pigmentation on my glans
Hi,
I am 30 years old white male.
A pigmented spot appeared on my glans during the last 3 months and is now 3mm wide.
I visited my dermatologist, but he said the spot is quite new and have not a clear structure yet so he suggested 4 possible diagnostics that we shall validate over time:
1)Nevocellular nevus
2)Genital Lentigo
3)Pigmented papilloma
4)Incipient Melanoma
Obviously I am very scared about the 4th diagnosis so I wonder what are the odds my pigmentation to evolve to melanoma? My doctor said for the moment no sign of melanoma is present but it can't be excluded yet.
I am 30 years old white male.
A pigmented spot appeared on my glans during the last 3 months and is now 3mm wide.
I visited my dermatologist, but he said the spot is quite new and have not a clear structure yet so he suggested 4 possible diagnostics that we shall validate over time:
1)Nevocellular nevus
2)Genital Lentigo
3)Pigmented papilloma
4)Incipient Melanoma
Obviously I am very scared about the 4th diagnosis so I wonder what are the odds my pigmentation to evolve to melanoma? My doctor said for the moment no sign of melanoma is present but it can't be excluded yet.
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Thank you for your reply, my doctor said that we should just watch it every 3 months, he did not suggest biopsy and I must agree I am afraid of getting biopsy sample from such a sensitive area. Can you please let me know your email I will send a copy of the dermoscopic image my doctor got. Considering the place were is taken I am not feeling comfortable publishing it on the web.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hello,
The possibility of a melanoma is there because the mark has expanded very fast. However the diagnosis of melanoma is still not confirmed and it can be done by means of a biopsy. Melanomas are usually >6 mm in size, with irregular borders , asymmetrical and dark in color. So follow up with your dermatologist and get a biopsy skin done to confirm the diagnosis.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
The possibility of a melanoma is there because the mark has expanded very fast. However the diagnosis of melanoma is still not confirmed and it can be done by means of a biopsy. Melanomas are usually >6 mm in size, with irregular borders , asymmetrical and dark in color. So follow up with your dermatologist and get a biopsy skin done to confirm the diagnosis.
It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.
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It is very difficult to precisely confirm a diagnosis without examination and investigations and the answer is based on the medical information provided. For exact diagnosis, you are requested to consult your doctor. I sincerely hope that helps. Take care and please do keep me posted on how you are doing.