Atypical Moles
Over the years many doctors and scientists have argued about atypical moles and the chances of developing melanoma. Known as a severe form of skin cancer, melanoma is a world wide diagnosis. There has been a large amount of atypical mole evidence in people who have developed melanoma, and there is a much higher risk for people with light skin, freckles, light hair and an increase in ultra violet ray exposure. People with light skin and fair hair, as well as those with heavy freckling, should make sure they always cover up with sun block, or avoid the harsh sun when possible. The strongest sun of the day for fair skin people is between 10 in the morning to 4 o’clock in the afternoon.
It is common for people to have moles on their body and more
severely atypical moles. Moles are extremely common around
the world and people can have them anywhere on the body including
the neck, feet, toes, arms, legs, stomach, breasts, chest,
armpits, face and scalp. They come in all kinds of colours,
but some colours are examined more thoroughly. Colours of
moles can include red
moles, brown, tan, black, pink and even blue.
There are different types
of moles and atypical moles can be in a variety of colours
such as dark shades of brown with a pink surrounding border,
or tan with a pink background. They can also have asymmetrical
borders to them that can have notches. These are some of the
signs of melanoma and what a dermatologist or doctor will
be looking out for. When pathologists examine a tissue piece
of an atypical mole they will use a microscope. They will
look for any signs of melanoma which includes the ABCDE symptoms.
- Asymmetry – If the shape of the mole is deformed or is an odd shape other than normal moles that are usually round or oval this could be cause for immediate attention.
- Border – If the border of the atypical mole is thick and a different colour than the mole itself then it is a cause for concern as well.
- Colour – Colour is a an important detector when it comes to looking out for melanoma development. If a mole was once pink or lightly tanned and then has changed to a dark shade or colour, there is a need for attention and possibly mole removal.
- Diameter- If the diameter of the atypical mole has changed or increased then a dermatologist will have to decide whether it should be removed or further tests should be taken to rule out melanoma.
- Evolution- If the atypical moles keep growing in size then they should be dealt with immediate medical attention.
Some people who have atypical moles develop melanoma, and
some do not. It is just that the atypical moles have a higher
chance of melanoma development. The majority of body
moles do not become cancerous, but it is always important
to monitor them and have a doctor look them over for any signs
or abnormalities. People with a family history of atypical
moles should always have their moles examined at least a few
times within a year span.
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