Mole Removal Surgery: Causes And Treatment
On the skin, moles are spots or regions of discoloured growth. They develop when the melanocytes, the skin's pigment-producing cells, cluster together rather than spread out evenly. A mole is referred to as a nevus in medicine. Any area of the body, from skin colour to black, may develop nevi. It could be flat or elevated. You should consult a dermatologist and consider having the mole surgically removed if you have concerns about a mole's size, shape, or colour change. A mole that causes discomfort is unsightly or is in a sensitive area may need to be removed. You should see a dermatologist if a mole is itchy, swollen, red, bleeding, or painful because these symptoms could indicate a more serious condition. What is surgery for mole removal? A dermatologist will perform a quick outpatient procedure called mole removal surgery to remove the mole from its current location. Moles are of the following types: Benign moles: These common moles develop when