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What causes raised moles, particularly on the fingers?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I am 29-years-old male. I am noticing new moles appearing mainly in my fingers for the past one year. They are raised, and I am unsure of what it is. Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

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MBBS

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Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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I suggest you do a biopsy to rule out malignancy. Kindly avoid sun exposure and use Photostable sunscreen (Methoxycinnamate, Methylene Bis-Benzotriazolyl, Tetramethylbutylphenol, Ethylhexyl Triazone, Bis-Ethylhexyloxyphenol, Methoxyphenyl Triazine, Diethylamino hydroxy benzoyl, Hexyl Benzoate) thrice daily, even during indoors and on cloudy days. Kindly do a self-examination periodically to detect any change in size, shape, or color. Regards.

Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

Thanks for the reply. I am brown-skinned. I do not have a family history, and also I am not exposed to the sun very often. Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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Melanoma or skin cancer occurs in the area exposed to sunlight. It could be benign or malignant. If it is detected early, it can be treated quickly with less scarring. Symptoms of malignancy are non-healing sores that start as a patch or rash and turns into a significant growth that bleeds easily and crusts over. Ulcer, rough, scaly areas, pain, itching, redness, shiny appearance, and raised lesion indicate a malignancy. The causes are long-term sun exposure, severe sunburn at an early age, repeated exposure to radiation, unusual scars on the skin, weak immune system, frequent exposure to certain chemicals and use of tanning beds. I suggest you do a biopsy if any signs and symptoms are observed. Regards.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At September 19, 2021
Reviewed At July 16, 2024

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

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Education:

BDS

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Dhepe Snehal Madhav is a Dermatologist and Venereologist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various skin conditions. She is experienced in evaluating patients, conducting thorough screenings, and formulating personalized treatment plans to ensure optimal skin health. She delivers compassionate and comprehensive dermatological care.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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