New mole, worried about melanoma

About 10 months ago I noticed a pale flat patch on the side of my face. Didn’t think too much of it. Then 3 weeks I noticed it had turned into a very light brown mole. I went to the doctors to get it checked. It was roughly 3mm and doctor said it was just a normal mole that had developed. Yesterday, I noticed it has darkened to a more dark brown. It must have changed colour rapidly as I didn’t notice it had changed until yesterday! I’ve got another doctors appointment again in 2 days to get it checked again. Is it likely to be melanoma? I’m 34.

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  • Hello Bex5477

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently had some concerns about changes to a mole. Hopefully, by now you've had the second appointment with your GP, and they've been able to give you some reassurance about the changes you've noticed. 

    If there's anything you'd like to talk through with one of our nurses, you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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  • Hello Bex5477

    I'm sorry to hear that you've recently had some concerns about changes to a mole. Hopefully, by now you've had the second appointment with your GP, and they've been able to give you some reassurance about the changes you've noticed. 

    If there's anything you'd like to talk through with one of our nurses, you're welcome to call them on 0808 800 4040, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm. 

    Best wishes, 
    Jenn
    Cancer Chat moderator 

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