Melanoma Warning Signs and Images

Finding melanoma at an early stage is crucial; early detection can vastly increase your chances for cure.

Look for anything new, changing or unusual on both sun-exposed and sun-protected areas of the body. Melanomas commonly appear on the legs of women. The number one place they develop on men is the trunk. Keep in mind, though, that melanomas can arise anywhere on the skin, even in areas where the sun doesn’t shine.

Most moles, brown spots and growths on the skin are harmless – but not always. The ABCDEs and the Ugly Duckling sign can help you detect melanoma.

Early detection makes a difference

99%
5-year survival rate for patients in the U.S. whose melanoma is detected early. The survival rate drops to 68% if the disease reaches the lymph nodes and
30% if it spreads to distant organs.

The ABCDEs of melanoma

The first five letters of the alphabet are a guide to help you recognize the warning signs of melanoma.

A is for Asymmetry. Most melanomas are asymmetrical. If you draw a line through the middle of the lesion, the two halves don’t match, so it looks different from a round to oval and symmetrical common mole.

B is for Border. Melanoma borders tend to be uneven and may have scalloped or notched edges. Common moles tend to have smoother, more even borders.

C is for Color. Multiple colors are a warning sign. While benign moles are usually a single shade of brown, a melanoma may have different shades of brown, tan or black. As it grows, the colors red, white or blue may also appear.

D is for Diameter or Dark. While it’s ideal to detect a melanoma when it is small, it’s a warning sign if a lesion is the size of a pencil eraser (about 6 mm, or ¼ inch in diameter) or larger. Some experts say it is important to look for any lesion, no matter what size, that is darker than others. Rare, amelanotic melanomas are colorless.

E is for Evolving. Any change in size, shape, color or elevation of a spot on your skin, or any new symptom in it, such as bleeding, itching or crusting, may be a warning sign of melanoma.

If you notice these warning signs and symptoms, or see anything NEW, CHANGING or UNUSUAL on your skin see a dermatologist promptly.

A is for Asymmetry

B is for Border

C is for Color

D is for Diameter or Dark

E is for Evolving (Before)

E is for Evolving (After)

Please note: Since not all melanomas have the same appearance, these photos serve as a general reference for what melanoma can look like. If you see anything NEW, CHANGING or UNUSUAL on your skin, go get checked by a dermatologist.

Look out for an ugly duckling

The Ugly Duckling is another warning sign of melanoma. This recognition strategy is based on the concept that most normal moles on your body resemble one another, while melanomas stand out like ugly ducklings in comparison. This highlights the importance of not just checking for irregularities, but also comparing any suspicious spot to surrounding moles to determine whether it looks different from its neighbors. These ugly duckling lesions can be larger, smaller, lighter or darker, compared to surrounding moles. Also, isolated lesions without surrounding moles for comparison are considered ugly ducklings.

Melanoma can be tricky

Identifying a potential skin cancer is not easy, and not all melanomas follow the rules. Melanomas come in many forms and may display none of the typical warning signs.

It’s also important to note that about 20 to 30 percent of melanomas develop in existing moles, while 70 to 80 percent arise on seemingly normal skin.

Amelanotic melanomas are missing the dark pigment melanin that gives most moles their color. Amelanotic melanomas may be pinkish, reddish, white, the color of your skin or even clear and colorless, making them difficult to recognize.

Acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM), the most common form of melanoma found in people of color, often appears in hard-to-spot places, including under the fingernails or toenails, on the palms of the hands or soles of the feet. View images.

The takeaway: Be watchful for any new mole or freckle that arises on your skin, a sore or spot that does not heal, any existing mole that starts changing (growing, swelling, itching) or any spot, mole or lesion that looks unusual.

Acral lentiginous melanoma (ALM) is the most common melanoma found in people of color.

What you can do

Check yourself: No matter your risk, examine your skin head-to-toe once a month to identify potential skin cancers early. Take note of existing moles or lesions that grow or change. Learn how to check your skin here.

When in doubt, check it out. Because melanoma can be so dangerous once it advances, follow your instincts. Visit your doctor if you see a spot that just doesn’t seem right.

Keep in mind that while important, monthly self-exams are not enough. See your dermatologist at least once a year for a professional skin exam.

If you’ve had a melanoma, follow up regularly with your doctor once treatment is complete. Stick to the schedule your doctor recommends. This ensures that you identify any recurrence as early as possible.

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Allan C. Halpern, MD
Ashfaq A. Marghoob, MD
Ofer Reiter, MD

Last updated: January 2021

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Atypical Moles – The Skin Cancer Foundation

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People with 10 or more atypical moles have
12x THE RISK OF
MELANOMA

Atypical moles, also known as dysplastic nevi, are unusual-looking moles that have irregular features under the microscope. Though benign, they are worth more of your attention because individuals with atypical moles are at increased risk for melanoma, a dangerous skin cancer.

An atypical mole can occur anywhere on the body. The appearance of these moles can vary greatly. The best advice is to know your skin. Keep track of any and all moles you may have. This gives you the best chance to spot anything new, changing or unusual and bring it to the attention of your dermatologist.

• What you need to know
• How to spot an atypical mole
• What causes atypical moles
• Atypical mole syndrome
• Treatment for atypical moles
• What you can do

What you need to know

• An atypical mole is not a skin cancer but having these moles is a risk factor for developing melanoma.
• Although rare, melanoma can arise in association with atypical moles. That is why it is important to be aware of these moles, get them checked by your dermatologist, and watch out for changing moles.
• If you have atypical moles plus a family history of melanoma, you have an increased risk of developing melanoma.
• If you have any common melanoma risk factors plus atypical moles, you must be particularly watchful:
  • Fair skin, light eyes or hair
  • Freckles
  • Many moles
  • A personal or family history of melanoma or nonmelanoma skin cancer
  • Photosensitivity
  • Inability to tan
  • Repeated and intermittent sunburns

It’s important to note that even without a family history of melanoma, if you have atypical moles, you have an elevated risk of developing melanoma.

How to spot an atypical mole

At first glance, it can be tricky to see how an atypical mole differs from a normal mole. Below are some warning signs to watch for.

The ABCDE Warning Signs

The first five letters of the alphabet can be used as a guide to the warning signs for atypical moles and melanoma.

A is for Asymmetry. Most melanomas are asymmetrical. If you draw a line through the middle of the lesion, the two halves don’t match, so it looks different from a round to oval and symmetrical common mole.

B is for Border. Borders tend to be uneven and may have scalloped or notched edges, while common moles tend to have more smoother, more even borders.

C is for Color. Multiple colors are a warning sign. While benign moles are usually a single shade of brown, a melanoma may have different shades of brown, tan or black. As it grows, the colors red, white or blue may also appear.

D is for Diameter and Dark. While it’s ideal to detect a melanoma when it’s small, it is a warning sign if a lesion is the size of a pencil eraser (about 6 mm, or ¼ inch in diameter) or larger. Some experts say it is also important to look for any lesion, no matter what size, that is darker than others. Rare, amelanotic melanomas are colorless.

E is for Evolving. Any change in size, shape, color or elevation of a spot on your skin, or any new symptom in it, such as bleeding, itching or crusting, may be a warning sign to see your doctor.

When in doubt, check it out: Your dermatologist will determine whether your pigmented lesion is an atypical mole or a melanoma, and provide you with detailed information about next steps.

Images: What to watch for

Atypical mole with asymmetry, border irregularity and multiple shades of brown.

Atypical mole with asymmetry, border irregularity, color variations and diameter greater than ¼ inch

Atypical mole on lower back. Close-up of mole (on right) shows asymmetry, color variegation and border irregularity.

Please note: Since not all atypical moles have the same appearance, these photos serve as a general reference for what they can look like. If you see something new, changing or unusual on your skin, schedule an appointment with your dermatologist.

What causes atypical moles?

Scientists and researchers are still working on understanding what causes atypical moles. The reason they develop is believed to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors.

Atypical mole syndrome

People with atypical mole syndrome are at especially high risk of developing melanoma. The syndrome is associated with the following three characteristics:

• 100 or more moles
• One or more moles 1/3 inch (8 mm) or larger in diameter
• One or more atypical moles

If you have hereditary risk factors for melanoma as well as many atypical moles, you may be classified as having Familial Atypical Multiple Mole Melanoma Syndrome (FAMMM), putting you at even greater risk for developing melanoma.

What is the treatment for atypical moles?

If you have one or more atypical moles, see a dermatologist. It’s important to get professional guidance on how to keep track of changes. Your dermatologist will know whether or not any moles need a biopsy to ensure they are not melanomas. The more abnormal features moles have, the riskier they are. Frequent monitoring of these moles is especially crucial, so that if a melanoma arises, it can be detected and treated as early as possible.  

If your doctor identifies a mole as suspicious, or if new moles appear after age 40, you may need a biopsy.

What you can do

Know your skin: If you have atypical moles, FAMMM or other melanoma risk factors, perform monthly self-checks and visit your dermatologist regularly (at least once a year) for thorough head-to-toe skin exams. Talk to your doctor at length about self-monitoring steps you need to take. Advise family members to do the same.

Be on the lookout: See your dermatologist if you notice any of the ABCDE melanoma warning signs or any of the following changes on your skin:

• Itching, bleeding, crusting, oozing or swelling of a skin lesion
• Changes in color, size, shape, texture or elevation of a skin lesion
• Pain

Protect against UV rays: You can reduce the skin cancer risk posed by UV-radiation by taking simple protective measures. Safeguard your skin against the sun every day, even when it’s cloudy. Avoid indoor tanning entirely.  Get the details on how to make healthy skin a way of life: Your Daily Sun Protection Guide.

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Jesse M. Lewin, MD

Last updated: January 2021

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Moles and vascular lesions | Articles by doctors of the EMC clinic about diseases, diagnostics and treatment

Patients often come to me with various formations on the skin of the arms, legs, torso, which they consider problematic. Sometimes these are well-known moles, sometimes – various formations of vascular origin. Are these phenomena dangerous, how are they treated, and should they be treated at all?

First of all, let’s understand the subject. Moles or nevi are a congenital defect in the development of skin cells that are laid down even in the prenatal period of human development. The skin is “programmed” for the appearance of a nevus, but it can appear at any age throughout life. Basically, a mole is a collection of abnormally formed skin cells. Most often, these are pathological melanocytes – cells that produce pigment. Despite this origin, moles are not always intensely colored, and sometimes they are even discolored.

Unlike moles, vascular formations can be both congenital and acquired. If these are congenital formations, then, as a rule, we are talking about a malformation of blood vessels, primarily capillary dysplasia, popularly called “port wine stain”. Acquired – as a rule, either hemangiomas – tumors in young children, or the expansion of small vessels of the skin, which can appear in adults in different areas of the skin, most often on the face and legs.

If we talk about moles, then some of them carry the potential for the occurrence of malignant tumors. At risk are people who have a large number of pigmented moles on the body, who have cases of skin cancer in the family, who abuse exposure to the sun or tanning beds.

If you are concerned about a particular mole, you should consult a dermatologist. And if the mole really turns out to be malignant, you should definitely remove it, strictly following the rules, and some moles should only be removed by a surgeon.

Almost all moles can be removed. But is it always advisable to go for this measure? It is worth considering whether there really is a need and, most importantly, what can happen after removal?

If you are embarrassed by a large mole that you find ugly, will you be satisfied with an ugly scar that may remain after removal?

There can be two reasons for removing a mole: either it poses some potential health hazard, or it interferes: for example, it is subjected to friction or creates cosmetic problems. You can get rid of moles only by removing them.

As for vascular formations, almost all of them can be successfully treated. Moreover, today the methods of treatment, as a rule, are not surgical, but therapeutic, but still, in some cases, surgical intervention is required.

Almost all types of capillary dysplasia as a result of treatment disappear without a trace, only in the rarest cases a barely noticeable spot remains on the skin.

Some vascular formations may appear in women during pregnancy due to the expansion of superficial veins in the legs. This is especially the case in cases of pathological weight gain during pregnancy, or in those whose weight after pregnancy remains excessive. The appearance of moles, in turn, does not depend in any way on pregnancy, or even on the sex of a person. Skin pigmentation disorders that accompany pregnancy are not moles.

In conclusion – general recommendations for prevention. In order to avoid dangerous turns in the development of moles, you should avoid insolation, that is, do not be in the sun and do not get carried away with a solarium. In addition, sunburn and skin damage lead to vasodilation. To avoid this, you should also not abuse alcohol.

What are nevi (moles) and their varieties

Skin weighs up to 15% of body weight.

It is the largest organ on which many neoplasms originate and disappear. Nevi are especially well known to people. So doctors call them, and in colloquial speech the name of a mole has taken root.

What is it?

Nevus is a benign formation of melanocyte cells, usually dark and smooth. Most people have between 10 and 40 moles comfortably nestled on their skin. Some appear at birth. The rest are for life. During puberty, old nevi enlarge and darken, and they also grow due to exposure to the sun. The more often a person tans, the more moles decorate him. Or does not decorate – how lucky.

Nevi often change. For example, they turn into flabby and soft neoplasms, or vice versa – into dense and colorless ones.

There are a lot of varieties of moles: complex, transitional, borderline, pigmentless, epidermal. Some are harmless. Others are more dangerous and can degenerate into malignant tumors. The doctor should regularly examine complex nevi to prevent their transformation.

Other types of moles have their own characteristics.

Types of nevi

Doctors classify moles by location, pigmentation and other characteristics.

Main types of nevi:

• Congenital

These are the moles you were born with. They are small, medium or giant with different colors and shapes. Some neonatal nevi cover large areas of skin and often degenerate into cancers.

• Regular

Smooth, one-color moles. Sometimes they appear at birth, but mostly grow up during adolescence. Common colors are brown and pink. The surface is flat or domed.

• Dysplastic or atypical

Non-standard moles, which are not very numerous on the skin – less than the usual nevi . Can be reborn in melanoma . The skin on moles is multi-colored, and the edges of the neoplasms are asymmetric with fuzzy boundaries. Dysplastic nevi often degenerate into melanoma. The more of them, the higher the risk.

• blue

Blue moles are congenital and acquired. The hue of neoplasms ranges from gray to black, but they are always well distinguished due to the blue color. In most cases, these nevi occur in people of Asian descent. The rest are rare.

• Misher’s nevi

Brown or bodily growths on the neck or face. Smooth and firm dome-shaped moles, from which hair often sprouts.

• Nevi of Unna

Soft brown moles similar to Miescher’s nevi. They appear mainly on the arms and neck, and in texture resemble raspberries.

• Meyerson’s nevi

Moles are surrounded by eczema that causes a red rash. Such neoplasms grow even in patients without eczema. Mostly found in men. In women – 3 times less. Most Meyerson nevi form in people over 30 years of age.

• Halo nevi

Moles surrounded by a pale ring. They do not remain until the end of life – first they acquire a pink color, then completely disappear. Sometimes new white rings appear around the neoplasms.

• Spitz nevi

Raised domed moles. Such pink neoplasms mainly grow at a young age – up to 20 years. Sometimes they have a different color. Some nevi bleed and are difficult to distinguish from malignant tumors.

• Reed nevi

Black or dark brown raised growths that grow very quickly. Therefore, doctors often confuse them with melanoma, but these moles are not dangerous. They are found mainly in women.

• Agminated

Clusters of similar moles on a small area of ​​skin. They are not the same – one group may consist of smooth nevi, the other of domed ones.

As you can see, dermatologists have managed to identify many varieties of moles. We have not listed everything – only the main ones. Doctors perform dermatoscopy of a nevus to determine its species. A typical example is papillomatous nevus.

What is papillomatous nevus

Not all skin growths are moles. There are also warts, condylomas and papillomas, which are sometimes difficult to distinguish from nevi. It is especially difficult with papillomatous pigmented nevus .

It looks like a common papilloma.

But it’s actually a raised bumpy mole, a benign growth that never turns into cancer. Usually the nevus is flesh-colored, brown or brown. Black is rare.

Most interdermal pigmented nevi grow hair and form on the head or neck. In rare cases – in other areas.

Such moles appear at any time in life: at birth, in adolescence, in old age. At first they are invisible. However, the nevi grow continuously and soon begin to interfere. If they appeared among the hair on the head, then combing can damage them. The inflammation will start. Moles constantly hurt, and the skin around them turns red.

Papillomatous nevus on the face is a serious cosmetic defect, because it constantly grows and catches the eye.

People with these moles often want to have them removed. But we recommend making a decision only after consulting a dermatologist and checking the neoplasm for the risk of degeneration. This nevus is similar to papillomas. Without the help of a doctor, you cannot determine how dangerous a mole is.

Usually a dermatologist prescribes surgery if the nevus is constantly injured and inflamed or spoils the patient’s appearance. Before the operation, the doctor must necessarily exclude the possibility of melanoma. He performs a dermatoscopy of a mole.

Papillomatous nevus is removed by different methods:

• Laser
• Cryodestruction
• Radio wave surgery
• Electrocoagulation
• Surgical excision

A common method for removing tumors on the face and neck is a laser.

Intradermal nevus

This is another name for common moles – domed nevi.

We have already mentioned that in children such neoplasms rarely grow – only in every hundredth, while in adults they pop up in dozens.

Why are they called that?

Intradermal – moles under the top layer of the skin. Therefore, their coloration does not differ from the color of the surrounding skin and they are noticeable because of the height.

Intradermal nevi grow everywhere. Most often they appear on the neck, head, upper arms and even on the eyelids.

Most moles are small, between 5 mm and 1 cm, and are hardly noticeable in children. When growing up, the nevi change. They become more prominent and darker. In people older than 70 years, intradermal nevi, on the contrary, become discolored and are almost invisible.

Why do common moles appear?

Such neoplasms occur for 3 main reasons:

• Heredity

If parents have more than 50 moles, then the child is likely to get many nevi.

• Sun exposure

When the sun damages the skin, especially fair skin, moles often grow.

• Immunosuppressive treatment

Some medications reduce immunity, causing new nevi to form.

Do intradermal moles need to be checked?

We recommend checking any nevi regularly. At least once a year. See a dermatologist outside of your schedule if the growths have changed color, shape, or size.

Main reasons for mole removal:

• Degenerates into melanoma
• Damaged by clothing every day
• Looks repulsive

Nevus is easy to remove. Even neoplasms on the face or neck are removed by doctors with a laser or other methods.

Epidermal nevus

This type of neoplasm grows from the cells of the outer layer of the skin. Up to half of epidermal moles appear at birth, the rest – in the first year of life. After that, they do not change.

Varieties of epidermal nevus differ in the type of cells of which they are composed. The outer layer of the skin, or epidermis, is made up of keratinocytes.

A separate group of moles – keratinocytic or non-organoid. It includes neoplasms that consist of keratinocytes and grow on the trunk or limbs. On the head – never. Nevi may be flat or raised. As a person grows older, moles thicken and darken.

Another group of epidermal nevi is organoid. These moles are not only made up of keratinocytes, but also of cells that form sweat glands. Yellow-orange lesions. They grow exclusively on the face and head, which makes it seem that a person has a bald head. Like non-organoid nevi, these moles gradually thicken. A quarter of nevi causes the development of malignant tumors.

People usually develop one or more moles of different sizes and shapes. Less often – more. According to studies, out of 1000 people, no more than 3 will become carriers of an epidermal nevus.

What is a pigmentless nevus

Most moles have a characteristic coloration ranging from pink to black.

There are exceptions.

Unpigmented nevi have almost no pigment cells and appear as irregularly shaped light or whitish spots. Moles appear in childhood and stay with a person for life. However, not everyone has them. Basically, such neoplasms settle on the skin of representatives of the Caucasian race.

The size of the nevus does not exceed 2 cm. In most cases, only moles on the face are removed if they spoil the appearance. This happens quite often.

That’s why.

Unlike other neoplasms, pigmentless nevi do not darken due to the sun. Against the background of tanned skin, they are conspicuous, which for many people is a good reason to remove moles.

However, the chance of their appearance is small – only 1%.

Borderline nevus

A type of mole that often becomes malignant. They need to be checked regularly.

A borderline nevus grows under the stratum corneum and looks like a uniform brown spot. It has different shades: from light to dark. Not much different from an ordinary mole – the same round or oval shape, clear boundaries.

Signs indicate rebirth:

• Neoplasm increases in size
• Nevus darkens or brightens
• Pigment spots appear next to the mole
• Neoplasm compacted
• There is itching or pain in the mole

See a dermatologist if you experience any of these symptoms – they will examine the moles and refer you to an oncologist if necessary.

Giant neoplasms should also be treated with care.

How to deal with huge nevi

We are used to the fact that most moles are small formations, and are almost invisible on the skin. Giant nevi do not live up to expectations.

As the name implies, they are very large – from 20 cm in diameter. Such moles cover a significant part of the arms, legs and face.

Congenital nevi of this type grow in people of any race – they spoil the lives of 2% of the world’s population. But it’s not their size that’s dangerous.

A giant mole is very likely to develop into melanoma, especially when the nevus grows near the spinal column.

The surface of the neoplasm is rough and its color is gray, brown or black. Gradually, the nevus grows. The skin on it thickens, and pigmentation intensifies. Very often, hair grows in certain areas of the mole.

The neoplasm looks especially frightening after the birth of a child – on a tiny body it looks just gigantic. The baby grows faster than the nevus. Therefore, it seems that the mole decreases over time, but in fact it continues to grow.

In 30% of cases, a giant nevus degenerates into melanoma. Transforms at any age. Some people face this threat in their youth, others live with them into old age. It is noteworthy that large moles do not disappear even in the elderly.

When they are reborn:

• Increase
• Change color and shape
• Bleeding
• Crust

Doctors recommend removing these nevi. Usually a surgical operation is performed – the doctor cuts off the mole with a scalpel. This method is not always available with a complex location of the neoplasm or for other reasons.

Instead:

• Curettage
• Dermabrasion
• Ablative Laser Therapy

These procedures do not remove the nevus completely, but eliminate its external imperfections: hair, strong pigmentation.

Large facial moles are especially difficult to deal with.

Nevi on the head

One of the main reasons why people remove moles is cosmetic. Neoplasms on the chest and legs can also look ugly, but they are almost always hidden under clothing.

With nevi on the head, everything is more complicated.

For some people, these moles emphasize beauty, for others they spoil the whole impression. Many want to get rid of even harmless neoplasms that will never degenerate into malignant tumors.

Nevi on the neck are removed for similar reasons.

Moles in this area constantly touch clothing and are damaged. Of course, not all. Flat neoplasms are usually invisible and do not rub with tight clothing. High nevi are another matter. Dermatologists recommend removing such moles if they become damaged and inflamed. In general, they cause a lot of trouble and without the possible transformation into a deadly melanoma.

The face and neck are not the only places where nevi start. They also appear in the hair, and it is much more difficult to detect them this way. And it’s easier to hurt.

In this part of the body, nevi of the sebaceous glands are often found – a warty yellow-pink plaque without hair. Has an oval or irregular shape.

Such a mole grows due to:

• Human papillomavirus
• Genetic predisposition

A nevus of the sebaceous glands appears both among the hair and near the ears, on the neck or face. In most cases, it is formed during the development of the fetus, but it can also grow in children.

How to identify such a mole?

Doctors usually notice it immediately after the baby is born. They perform examinations and dermatoscopy. Sometimes a histological examination is necessary – dermatologists examine a sample of a nevus under a microscope.

Should a mole be removed immediately?

No. It is reborn only at puberty. Therefore, nevi of the sebaceous glands are removed from adolescents, and not from infants.

Remove moles of various sizes.

Large ones are eliminated surgically, small ones – with a laser, cryodestruction or electrocoagulation.

Before surgery, the child should have the nevus checked regularly by a dermatologist.

Out of sight, out of skin. How to get rid of moles

Tough question. Many factors affect the ability to remove tumors. Unfortunately, no pills have yet been invented that will save you from annoying or dangerous moles.

Yes, small nevi are usually easy to treat.

Successful removal depends on:

• Physician qualifications
• Mole size
• Nevus locations

The first option is surgery. The doctor cuts off the mole, some of the adjacent skin, and then sews up the wound. The nevus heals quickly enough after removal, but a noticeable trace remains.

Whether this is good is up to you.

What about laser surgery?

Yes, modern technology does offer new treatments, but they don’t work miracles as some people think. With the help of a laser, some skin diseases are treated. But not all nevi.

The laser beam vaporizes the outer layer of skin and mole cells. The deeper it is rooted, the more difficult it is to destroy it completely – sometimes the surface layer is burned out, and the base remains intact. Then the nevus grows.

The operation has to be repeated again and again, but there is no guarantee of the result. So the surgical procedure is sometimes more reliable than laser surgery.

However, in some situations, the high-tech procedure does the job. Removes small nevi. Working with large neoplasms is much more difficult.

We recommend choosing laser nevus removal only after consulting a dermatologist and checking the neoplasm.

Another important point is the choice of a doctor. Many doctors managed to accumulate vast experience in eliminating small moles. They are found in everyone. Therefore, doctors work with them very often and know well how to quickly remove nevi.

But what about large moles?

They are not common and therefore it is difficult to find a doctor who operates on them regularly. Read reviews about the removal of nevi on the websites of different clinics. This is useful. You will find out what operations were performed by the doctors of these medical institutions and the impression of patients from their work.

Gather more information.

During your checkup, ask your dermatologist about available treatments for moles. Perhaps, in your case, surgery and laser therapy are not the best options. Harmless nevi can not be removed at all.

Moles are removed in many medical institutions. But where to go? We would like to recommend one of these clinics.

Removal of nevi in ​​the LaserSweet clinic in 100 seconds or faster

Nowadays, nevi of various types are easily removed in beauty salons. And the procedure is inexpensive. But the quality and result of the operation is not always guaranteed.

Remove moles only in well-equipped clinics.

And here’s why.

The basis of a successful operation is an accurate diagnosis of neoplasms. Just examining a mole is sometimes not enough and a dermatoscopy is needed. That is the use of a dermatoscope.

The LaserSweet clinic uses a Delta 20 T dermatoscope, which magnifies the skin image by 16 times. With its help, our doctors easily determine the type of nevus and timely notice the signs of degeneration. Helps to quickly detect melanoma.

Our doctors have accumulated vast experience in diagnosing moles – they have examined over 100,000 patients. They are familiar with cutting-edge neoplasm research from their overseas training. Even dermatologists of the second category.

Doctors “Lazersvita” will easily remove nevi from an adult or a child. Benefits of the procedure:

• Fast

On average, one small mole is removed in 1-2 minutes. Therefore, sometimes doctors remove many nevi at once, one after another – it will take 30 to 40 minutes for 20 moles.

• Painless

The laser pulses are very short, lasting a fraction of a second, and the skin is constantly cooled. Patients do not have time to feel anything. In long operations on large moles, local anesthesia is used.

• Bloodless

Laser beam destroys nevi, seals blood vessels and prevents bleeding.

• Easy healing

A protective crust grows on the site of the removed mole, which prevents infection. She disappears in a week. Redness of the skin disappears in 3 weeks.

• Traceless

The laser only destroys nevus cells and when they are destroyed the skin is restored. The new skin is smooth and without scars.

• Performance

Vaporized neoplasms do not rebuild, as doctors burn out all their cells.