I had a medium sized dark mole on my leg.Now my skin got injured above the mole,do I get any disease or caner?
336930
If the mole is black, not circular in shape or seems to be getting bigger, see a doctor as soon as possible.
369608
If left untreated, even a superficial skin infection can spread down the layers of skin, fat and muscle, and infect the bony tissue underneath. This condition is called OSTEOMYELITIS. In the cases when only the outermost superficial layer of the bone is infected, it is possible to contain the infection by the use of potent, intravenous antibiotics AND surgical removal of the infected soft tissues and scraping the bone itself clean at the infection site. If the infection penetrates into the more profound layers of the bone, in most cases the only way to prevent it from spreading and causing further damage is by amputation of the affected digit or extremity. In 2002, I was involved in an auto accident in which my legs were fractured, and the superficial layer of the skin on the mid-section of my lower right leg was eroded. A dark, though schara (the proctective shield that forms when someone experiences a burn or burn-like trauma to the skin) formed at the site of erosion. My doctor kept telling me that this dark, though tissue would eventually fall off on its own once new skin developed underneath it; he didn't send me for further evaluation, nor did he do any diagnostic tests such as simple x-rays of the affected area. He only gave me a prescription for Ampicillin antibiotics to take at home, and an unguent [Sylvadene] which is used to treat burns for me to apply twice a day and let it go at that. As days went by, I noticed that my leg kept getting redder around the affected area, it throbbed real badly and then began to swell. I went back to him about 3 times more, and explained the symptoms, but he didn't even look at my leg, and dismissed me w/o further treatment or diagnostic tests, nor reffered me to an specialist for further evaluation. About a month after the accident, I woke up running a fever, and my leg had swollen to more than triple its normal size overnight, and now I was in severe pain. I went to an ER, where a series of diagnostic procedures including x-rays and a CT scan of the leg were done. There, in clear detail, was the source of my symptoms: the infection underneath the dark, though shield had eroded all the way through skin, fat and muscle, and was starting to erode the leg bone (tibia). Osteomyelytis was diagnosed, I was hospitalized and at once put on really strong IV antibiotics; surgery was scheduled for the very next day. My surgeon explained the situation to me: he was going to remove all the infected soft tissue (debridement), and would take a look at the bone to determine the extension and profundity of the infection. He gave me no warranties; if the infection was confined to the superficial layers of the bone, he was going to scrape the bone clean and keep me in the hospital for a prologed course of IV antibiotics. If, after this procedure was done the infection was not completely cured, then amputation of the leg at knee level would be mandatory. Fortunately, when he looked at the bone, only a small superficial area of it was eroded by infection and he scraped the bony tissue clean. After a month's stay at the hospital continuously receiving aggressive antibiotc courses and keeping close tabs to detect any recurrence of infection, I was discharged. The removal of tissue (a block of flesh from my inner ankle up to four inches below the knee) left me with an open, gaping hole in my leg in which the bone itself was visible when the bandages were removed for cleaning twice a day. Now it was a question of keeping the area clean and free of infection until new tissue grew from the inside outwards (a process called granulation). I had to do the bandage changes and cleaning of the open wound myself, inserting my gloved hand into this gaping hole down to the still exposed bone and removing all traces of secretions and other debris; all this I did without flinching, faithfully around the clock; if I didn't do it correctly then a new infection would develop, and there would be no second cha
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Is it a 'raised mole' or just a spot mole?\n\nI don't think anyone should remove a mole :)  I have a raised mole above my eybrow and I love it - it's a beauty mark and guess what they say about those?  They are sexy to some men, so .. I dunno about you, but I'd keep mine :)
870478
If it is just a little bit scaly or the skin is thin in this area it could very well be skin cancer.......but the good news is it may at this point only have penetrated the skin......I had it and it was treated....a small spot on my back.....as soon as I felt it and it didn't go away for a week or so I went to the doctor.  (mine was a brown color too by the way)......\nOn something like this you need to act quickly and go to the doctor immediately.......you don't want it to go into your system...the longer you wait the more chances you are taking.\nBetter to be safe than sorry.............look up in google and as for pictures of skin conditions or skin cancer for pictures.  should be there.
212089
It's the flesh-eating virus.  Get your leg amputated immediately!  J/K  I get little patches of the same thing on occasion just under my armpits.  I just apply a little Vaseline cream, and it clears up in a day or two.  No pain, no itching or irration.  Just a little strange.
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Don't want to worry you but moles can't always be removed, as they can cause cancer (before you ask I'm a nurse)I've had a tiny one for about 25 years; being stupid I tried to cut it out myself. I've been stuck with what looks like a clump of blood blisters ever since.
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Registered Nurse here; Any change in mole, enlargement, change of color, texture, scab formation, etc.  Should immediately be evaluated by a dermatologist.  It could be cancer, however the odds are in your favor that it is not, however one never knows.  That's why it is so very important for a physician to evaluate this mole,  Dermatologist can sometimes tell just by the shape, color, etc, that it's of no significance, however if there is a question they will either biopsy it or remove it, either way it's sent for a pathology report to determine what type of cell growth is exhibited.  Please get it checked ASAP, and thanks for the opportunity to address such a well worded and important question.
74655
this is what was told to me by a doctor...it is a good sign if you even grow hair out of your moles but becareful not to expose yourself to the sun much because if the hair stops growing you should have the mole(s) looked at because they can become cancer very fast.
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It's really hard to 'diagnose' from a computer - so try this - and also skin cancer isn't always caused by sun expsoure.  :)  Have him see a dr or a dermatologist to rule it out and put your minds at ease though.  :)  I know very fair skinned folks have to be checked at least once a year (personal experience), so it'll be good for him to go.  But here are some good guidelines.\n\nThe ABCs of melanoma\n\nA is for "asymmetry" - When you're looking at moles, you want to tell your doctor or dermatologist about moles that are asymmetric, or unevenly shaped and not the same size on all sides. \n\nB is for "border irregularity" - suspicious moles have an irregular shape or fade into the background. \n\nC is for "color" - check for moles that are more than one color. An even dark brown is considered normal. But moles that have multiple colors in them or black, red, white or pink moles are more worrisome. \n\nD is for "diameter" - Moles greater than six millimeters, which is about the size of a pencil eraser, should be examined. \n\nE is for "evolving" - Some experts are now adding a letter to the ABCs, which is an E for "evolving." Any changes you notice over time in a mole or a skin lesion with respect to size, color and shape should be evaluated promptly by your dermatologist. If a mole is changing color or shape or it's smaller than a pencil eraser diameter and getting bigger, it should be examined by a dermatologist. Other changes in moles like inflammation, pain, crusting or bleeding should also be examined, but not all changes in moles mean it's malignant melanoma.
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hmmm, how did u get a fat mole on ur face? Laser surgery may be effective, but a more cheaper alternative would be to kindly ask her to get off your face. If you get into a fight with the sl.. girl with multiple sex partners, there may be a few scars.
755135
Nicole: according to mole its harmless unless your dermitologist\ngives an approval for a tatoo! see http://www.skinconditions.com\nfirst ok?
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Yes...... But you may DIE from doing it.... MELANOMA is one of the most deadliest cancers....caused usually by Dark colored moles.... they "should" be surgically removed...any mole that is being irritated (like a "sunburn") or that has changed size or shape.... should be examined by a "QUALIFED" DERMATOLOGIST! It is your LIFE!
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it doesn't hurt one bit. they numb your mole with a shot. the shot doesnt hurt at all. i have the biggest fear of needles and i'm fine. then if it is raised then they just scrape it off but if it is even with your skin then they scoop it out like ice cream. depending on the doctor and size they will pull it together with stitches or leave it. if you have the option take the stitches b/c if they leave it then it raises and looks bad. i have had a few removed and all those times i didnt even realize they were finished because i didn't feel a thing. Also, my insurance covered it so I am not sure how much it costs. Good luck with it. :)
591479
Avoid overexposure to sunlight & consult a dermatologist to determine if these are simple freckles & moles, or if they may be a source of concern, like malignant melanoma.
232099
My guess is melanocytic naevus more commonly known as a mole. Moles are most often of no medical consequence, but since they are permanent, they may occasionally be removed for cosmetic or other reasons. There is enormous variation to as what these little suckers look like, just because it doesn't look like one of your moles doesn't necessarily mean its dangerous. If it does cause her any discomfort, or looks dangerous i would advise a meeting with a dermatologist.
1074755
see a doctor its probally nothing besides a mole, and tht guy is a perv who asked to see a pic.
132556
I have a small mole on my left breast.