Epistemis

Moon that changes

Specialty: Skin.

  • growing stain
  • rare mole

Why it occurs

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  • Dysplastic nevus
  • Seborrheic keratosis
  • Basal cell carcinoma

Initial workup

ABCDE rule and dermoscopy; excisional biopsy when malignancy is suspected.

red flags

Asymmetry, irregular edges, various colors, >6 mm or change/bleeding → suspect melanoma.

Standard management

  • Removal/biopsy — if it meets suspicion criteria

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousLivedo reticularis
Area
Skin
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
1
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