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Small brown mole on palm
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Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center Brookline - MA
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Small brown mole on palm

by blondie28, Aug 09, 2005 12:00AM
I have a small,flat brown mole on the palm of my hand. It has been there for at least a couple of years. I have not noticed any itching, tingling, growth, or irritation. I asked my doctor and he referred me to a dermatologist, who I have not seen yet. This does not look like any pictures of skin cancer that I have seen, but should I be concerned?

by Alan Rockoff, MD, Aug 09, 2005 12:00AM
Not really.  Moles on the palms and soles are not as suspicious as they are often made to sound.  I'd keep the appointment, but what you're probably going to hear is that the mole is fine and can stay on you indefinitely.

Best.

Dr. Rockoff
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