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ANNadell posted:
I have had several positive biopsies for basal cell but a few were determined to be dysplastic nevo or something of that sort..what does this mean exactly?
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Anon_160335 responded:
A dysplastic nevi is an irregular mole. We all have many different types of moles in our body and many times dermatologists biopsy these moles that look a little bit abnormal and have a different shape or different configuration.
( The mole is changing.)

It is always best to do a biopsy on moles that look different. Best to be on the safe side.

You need to do a monthly mole check and let your dermatologist do a yearly mole check. If a mole changes, see you doctor.


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