This case of melanoma shows uneven borders, a large diameter, and uneven coloring. Also note that the center of the mole is raised in comparison to the rest of the abnormal area.
Melanoma - Uneven Coloring
Photo of an Abnormal Mole
Updated March 15, 2011
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