Moles are small, harmless-looking growths on the skin that can be found anywhere on the body. Moles are usually brown or black and they vary in size from less than one centimeter to more than five centimeters across. The vast majority of moles are harmless and do not require removal because they have no risk factors for cancer development. However, there is a small chance that some moles may become cancerous which is why it’s important to get mole check Melbourne from authentic clinics like Sundoctors AU. if you notice any changes in your moles appearance such as: changing color, increasing in size or new symptoms appearing like itchiness or bleeding.
Types of Mole
There are three types of melanomas: superficial spreading, nodular and acral lentiginous.
- Superficial spreading melanomas are the most common type and they usually start off as a flat brown or black mole that gradually darkens before turning into a raised bump.
- Nodular melanoma starts out looking like an enlarged, shiny bluish-black mole which can grow to be about two inches across.
- Acral lentiginous melanoma usually starts out as a flat pigmented spot which may darken over time and can then grow into a raised bump.
– All three types of melanoma are most common in adults who have fair skin but they’re also found among people with darker skin, including those who’ve lived at high altitudes or spent a lot of time outdoors without adequate protection.
– These types of melanomas are more common than other skin cancers, such as basal cell carcinoma or squamous cell cancer, because people with fair skin have less natural protection against the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.
Symptoms if you need to get Mole check:
– Moles are usually brown or black and they vary in size from less than one centimeter to more than five centimeters across. The vast majority of moles are round or oval and they often have hair growing from them.
– Skin cancer can develop anywhere on the skin, but it is most common in areas that are regularly exposed to sunlight such as: The face, ears, neck, chest and backs of hands
– Moles that have a border with an irregular edge, are asymmetrical or have uneven colors should be checked by your doctor.
– Moles usually don’t cause any symptoms, but when they do the most common symptom is itching or pain.
– Itching can be caused by many things such as dry skin, allergies, bug bites and fungus infections
– Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer and it’s caused by too much exposure to UV rays from the sun or tanning beds, but you can reduce your risk with a mole check.
Treatment of mole
A mole check should be done by a doctor or qualified skin care specialist that specializes in examining moles. You will need to lay down and the doctor can examine your entire body for any unusual looking moles, spots or bumps; especially ones which are asymmetrical (not uniform) in coloration. The examination is usually quick and painless, and the doctor will know if there is anything that needs to be taken care of.
