You might ask your pediatrician to look at your daughter's skin, particularly this new mole, just to ease your mind. It sounds like you are taking all the necessary precautions with sunscreen (good for you!), and according to several medical sites, most moles appear in early childhood (so, I guess they could just "suddenly" appear, as you described it!).
Luckily, most moles are not dangerous, but the ones that are of concern are those that look different than other existing moles. Again, since this is the only mole your daughter has, you probably want to have it looked at.
If you notice changes in a mole's color, height, size or shape, or if it bleeds, oozes, itches, is tender or painful, these are conditions that you would want to see a dermatologist right away.
Read more to find out about what others have discussed on EmpowHer regarding skin conditions, and the ABCDE "checklist" for detecting skin cancer.
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You might ask your pediatrician to look at your daughter's skin, particularly this new mole, just to ease your mind. It sounds like you are taking all the necessary precautions with sunscreen (good for you!), and according to several medical sites, most moles appear in early childhood (so, I guess they could just "suddenly" appear, as you described it!).
Luckily, most moles are not dangerous, but the ones that are of concern are those that look different than other existing moles. Again, since this is the only mole your daughter has, you probably want to have it looked at.
If you notice changes in a mole's color, height, size or shape, or if it bleeds, oozes, itches, is tender or painful, these are conditions that you would want to see a dermatologist right away.
Read more to find out about what others have discussed on EmpowHer regarding skin conditions, and the ABCDE "checklist" for detecting skin cancer.
June 17, 2008 - 2:42pmThis Comment
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