Large mole under the foot: is it dangerous?

30-year-old woman5 years ago
I noticed today that I have a mole under my foot. It's bigger than the others. I don't know how long it has been there. I also don't know if I already had a mole and it got bigger or if it just appeared. It looks like a small birthmark. It must be about 6-7mm. I would like to know if this is normal or dangerous...
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Anne-Émilie Dionne · 5 years ago
Hello, it is a good idea to do a self-examination of your skin as you have done, since this can help detect certain abnormal lesions that can sometimes turn out to be early-stage skin cancer. You say that you noticed a "mole measuring 6-7 mm" on your feet. It is possible that it has been present for several years and that it is completely normal. However, I will give you some examples of situations where it would be worthwhile to have the lesion examined by a doctor to detect the presence of a pre-cancerous or cancerous lesion. Skin cancer usually appears as an abnormal area or change anywhere on the skin. It can appear as... -a mole (which may bleed, ooze or crust) that changes color, size or shape - a lump or area that is itchy, irritated or sore - rough or scaly red patches - small, smooth, shiny masses that are pearly white, flat areas of pale white or yellow color that look like scars - raised masses with a sunken center If you have any doubts about the evolution of this mole, it is worthwhile to have it evaluated by a doctor who will be able to give you the right information.
Anne-Émilie Dionne · 5 years ago
I invite you to contact me for more information. I hope to have guided you without causing you too much worry! Prevention is better than cure!

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