Which of the following changes in an 86-year-old male's skin would necessitate further examination and possible medical treatment?
A)
A decrease in general sebaceous gland activity
B)
Appearance of new skin tags on his chest
C)
A new mole-like growth on his forearm
D)
Appearance of a keratosis on the man's trunk
Ans:
C
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Appearance of a new mole or a change in the size or shape of an existing mole can be indicative of malignant melanoma. Decreased sebaceous gland secretions, skin tags, and keratoses are normal age-related changes.
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