Mole Removal

[Neggaz]

I live in a third world country and recently a dermatologist removed a mole but did not send it for a biopsy, saying that he didn't consider it necessary.  I am now very concerned that he did not send it away.  I had had it for years and saw no changes, nor growth, he said he removed it because it was the type of mole that could cause problems later in life.  Should I be concerned about not having the biopsy?  Is there anything I can do at this point now that the mole is gone to ensure that there is nothing to worry about?  Any information would be appreciated.

[Dr_Aparna]

Hi,
Ideally any growth taken out by surgical means should be sent in for a biopsy but in your case I presume it was for entirely cosmetic purposes that you got yours removed.
Under such circumstances, I don't think you have need to be unduly concerned.However if you do have a regrowth in the same area or if you notice any changes then you should immediately get it evaluated.
Right now there is nothing much you can do.If there was no change in any way in the mole you had then the possibility of it being serious is remote.

[Neggaz]

Thank you.  I am honestly not sure why the doctor decided to remove it, I remember him saying that it was the kind of mole that might cause problems later and so best to remove it now.  But, yes, it was very small and I had had it for at least 10 years and hadn't noticed any changes.  Thank you for your reply.