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I had a white mole which i was due to have removed. But recently the mole turned into a spot with yellow puss it has now dried up to a small scab and the mole has reduced. Should I be worried and should i still go to the doctors
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1217648 tn?1266552143
Important questions are:What is the size/ location/ margin (regular or irrgeulr)/ colour of the mole. All mole have potential for cancer so please consult a dcotor and if he/ she suggests, get it removed. Shrinkage in size means it mut be a non-cancerous mole but only sure shot way is removal and biopsy.
Best wishes
Dr Tewari  
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1140722 tn?1266352679
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All moles (irrespective of color, size etc) should be evaluated by a doctor e.g. a dermatologist to make sure they are not possibly cancerous
Although the acute infection appears to have subsided you should still get it checked out

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