How do you identify moles to determine whether it is normal or atypical(cancerous) ?
Normal Moles can be identified with this characteristics:
- Moles will normally be pink, brown, or black in color.
- Normal moles are round or oval in shape.
- They can of varied size, from tiny dots to large.
- They can be flat or slightly raised like a bump.
- Some have hair and some don’t.
Moles that are not normal are called dysplastic nevi. These are not only abnormal in their structure but also in their appearance. it has been proved that one in every ten people has a dysplastic mole. It has also been proved that people with these moles have an increased risk of developing melanoma, a type of skin cancer.
Dysplastic Nevi can be identified by this characteristics:
- The shape is irregular and not defined.
- It will be raised and flat at the same time.
- It will me larger than a common mole.
- The color will be dark brown with a pinkish border.
- These moles are mostly found on the breast, buttock, scalp, chest or back.
- A person with a condition of dysplastic nevi can have up to 100 moles.
If you suspect that you have atypical moles growing on you, I would suggest you visit a dermatologist for a skin biopsy to test for melanoma. Skin cancer can be cured if it is discovered early.
Do not use home remedies to remove moles if your moles look atypical as it can be life threatening.