Difference between revisions of "Examine a Mole"

{{fa}}A mole is a brown to black growth on skin that develops when pigmented skin groups into clusters. Moles are mostly flat, but can also be elevated. They are usually round or have a regular shape. These commonly appear in the first few decades of life and, for most, continue to grow until about the age of 40.<ref name="rf1">http://nhs.uk/Conditions/Moles/Pages/Introduction.aspx</ref> The presence of normal moles is not a concern, but atypical moles may be related to skin cancer.<ref name="rf2">Weinstock MA. Early detection of melanoma. JAMA. 2000;284(7):886-889.</ref> If you know the characteristics of the different types of moles and understand what to look for, you can examine your moles and figure out if you need to seek a medical opinion.

{{fa}}A mole is a brown to black growth on skin that develops when pigmented skin groups into clusters. Moles are mostly flat, but can also be elevated. They are usually round or have a regular shape. These commonly appear in the first few decades of life and, for most, continue to grow until about the age of 40.<ref name="rf1">http://nhs.uk/Conditions/Moles/Pages/Introduction.aspx</ref> The presence of normal moles is not a concern, but atypical moles may be related to skin cancer.<ref name="rf2">Weinstock MA. Early detection of melanoma. JAMA. 2000;284(7):886-889.</ref> If you know the characteristics of the different types of moles and understand what to look for, you can examine your moles and figure out if you need to seek a medical opinion.

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