What are the symptoms of a cancerous mole?
A cancerous mole usually looks and behaves differently than a normal mole. A cancerous mole may change shape, size or color dramatically over a short period of time. It may have multiple colors or jagged edges. It also may bleed, ooze or feel particularly sensitive. What should I do if I suspect a mole is cancerous? If you have a mole you suspect may be cancerous, it’s important to visit a doctor immediately. The doctor will cut away a tiny section of the mole for a biopsy. This biopsy will tell you if the mole is cancerous or not. If the mole is cancerous, or has a high likelihood of becoming cancerous, your doctor will recommend mole removal. What is mole removal? If you have a mole that is cancerous, or could become cancerous, your doctor will likely recommend mole removal. A mole can be removed is several different ways, depending on the size and location. The most common method of mole removal is extraction, a procedure in which the mole is cut out. Laser mole removal can be used
