Question
Malignant change in nevus is characterised by‑
| A. |
Darkening
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| B. |
Hemorrhage
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| C. |
Itching
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| D. |
All
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Show Answer
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Correct Answer » D
Explanation
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Malignant transformation in a nevus (especially melanocytic nevus) may present with:
- Darkening or change in pigmentation
- Hemorrhage/bleeding
- Itching or irritation
These are warning signs suggestive of:
Malignant melanoma
ABCDE Features of Melanoma
| Feature |
Meaning |
| A |
Asymmetry |
| B |
Border irregularity |
| C |
Color variation |
| D |
Diameter > 6 mm |
| E |
Evolving lesion |
Suspicious Changes in Nevus
- Rapid increase in size
- Irregular borders
- Color change/darkening
- Itching
- Bleeding/ulceration
- Satellite lesions