Do I have melanoma, or something else?

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    • September 9, 2015 at 7:04 pm
    user626254
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      Hi everyone,

      I've got a dark patch of skin on the heel of my foot, and its definitely not a mole. Its gone from being a pale brown to a darker, almost purply colour. It looks as if its stayed the same size (pea size) over the course of a month, but I can't be too sure.

      It looks quite deep beneath the skin and thats what scares me. Could it be melanoma or something worse? I've also got a little lump in my leg develop (and some groin pain that comes and goes) and I'm worried it could have spread to my lymph nodes.

      I've got a dermotoloist appointment in a few days but I'm scared… can anyone offer any advice or suggestions about what it could be? Thanks!

      (PS: I tried to attach a picture but it wouldnt let me)

       

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        • September 9, 2015 at 7:55 pm
        casagrayson
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          Unfortunately, no one call tell you if it is melanoma by a description (or even a picture).  The only way to know for sure is to get to the doctor and have a biopsy.  I *can* tell you that the chances of it being melanoma are probably slim, as there are many different types of atypical skin lesions.  And the chances of it already having spread to your lymph nodes is very, very small.  

          Anxiety is a horrible thing, and all I can suggest is to take some deep breaths, and realize that the percentages are greatly in your favor of this being nothing to worry about.  

          • September 9, 2015 at 7:55 pm
          casagrayson
          Participant

            Unfortunately, no one call tell you if it is melanoma by a description (or even a picture).  The only way to know for sure is to get to the doctor and have a biopsy.  I *can* tell you that the chances of it being melanoma are probably slim, as there are many different types of atypical skin lesions.  And the chances of it already having spread to your lymph nodes is very, very small.  

            Anxiety is a horrible thing, and all I can suggest is to take some deep breaths, and realize that the percentages are greatly in your favor of this being nothing to worry about.  

              • September 11, 2015 at 1:04 am
              tschmith
              Participant

                Not worrying is easier said than done, but try to distract yourself doing something you enjoy.  Soon you will have an answer.  I recently had a spot on my back that I was concerned about. I already have Melanoma and thought this was a new lesion, but it was benign.  

                Best of luck to you!

                Terrie

                • September 11, 2015 at 1:04 am
                tschmith
                Participant

                  Not worrying is easier said than done, but try to distract yourself doing something you enjoy.  Soon you will have an answer.  I recently had a spot on my back that I was concerned about. I already have Melanoma and thought this was a new lesion, but it was benign.  

                  Best of luck to you!

                  Terrie

                  • September 11, 2015 at 1:04 am
                  tschmith
                  Participant

                    Not worrying is easier said than done, but try to distract yourself doing something you enjoy.  Soon you will have an answer.  I recently had a spot on my back that I was concerned about. I already have Melanoma and thought this was a new lesion, but it was benign.  

                    Best of luck to you!

                    Terrie

                  • September 9, 2015 at 7:55 pm
                  casagrayson
                  Participant

                    Unfortunately, no one call tell you if it is melanoma by a description (or even a picture).  The only way to know for sure is to get to the doctor and have a biopsy.  I *can* tell you that the chances of it being melanoma are probably slim, as there are many different types of atypical skin lesions.  And the chances of it already having spread to your lymph nodes is very, very small.  

                    Anxiety is a horrible thing, and all I can suggest is to take some deep breaths, and realize that the percentages are greatly in your favor of this being nothing to worry about.  

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