Jana

Thanks Celeste! Perhaps I should have included the rest of the report. It didn’t seem significant at the time. Along with the advanced melanocytic neoplasm it was also noted atypical compound nevi. I understand that to be a mole. The one I had removed was flesh colored and had it removed simply for cosmetic reasons. I understand melanin is what causes color but it was flesh colored. As for the lump, I honestly don’t know how long it’s been there. I have so many other physical issues that I just happened to notice it last week. It is not painful and not a lypoma. I have one on my neck so I know exactly how it feels. It doesn’t have defined boundaries nor does it move. I have an appointment with a neurologist for other issues on Tuesday and it was suggested to go ahead and see an oncologist. It took 3 weeks for my first biopsy. I don’t want to waste another month waiting. Oh, the area removed was on the side of my nose—not many deep layers of the various tissues. The plastic surgeon did an amazing job. You can barely see the scar!