I am concerned that I have melanoma, ALM to be specific.

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Recently, my nail developed a dark vertical imagestreak on it. I have also noticed that what I thought to be a beauty spot seems to be changing or growing. I am of south asian descent and have dark skin. I am still quite young but I am still concerned. I am yet to see a dermatologist but I plan to do so very soon. Should I be concerned?

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    As you have dark skin this could just be part of your melanin showing in your nail. However, always a good idea to get these things looked at by a dermatologist, especially as you say you are also concerned about a mole.

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