×
Please select City And Area.
Doctors Near You for Mole in Santa coloma
restless leg syndrome treatment


A mole, also known as a nevus, is a small, pigmented growth on the skin that can vary in color, shape, and size. Moles are usually brown or black and can appear anywhere on the body, either alone or in groups. They develop when melanocytes, the cells that produce pigment, grow in clusters rather than being spread evenly throughout the skin. Most moles are harmless and are considered benign growths, typically appearing during childhood and adolescence and remaining stable or fading with age. However, some moles can change in appearance or develop into melanoma, a serious form of skin cancer. The causes of moles are primarily genetic and environmental. Genetics play a significant role in determining the number and type of moles an individual may have, with some people being more predisposed to developing moles. Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun or tanning beds can also increase the number of moles and the risk of them becoming cancerous. Changes in hormone levels, such as those during puberty or pregnancy, can affect the appearance and number of moles.
Treatment for moles is generally unnecessary unless a mole is cosmetically undesirable, irritating, or shows signs of becoming cancerous. Suspicious moles that change in size, shape, color, or texture, or that bleed, itch, or become painful, should be evaluated by a dermatologist. If a mole is determined to be atypical or potentially cancerous, it can be removed through surgical excision or biopsy to prevent further complications. Regular skin examinations are important for monitoring moles and detecting any changes early.
- Pediatric Blood Cancer Specialist in Santa coloma
- Infertility Specialist in Santa coloma
- Pediatric Liver Disease Specialist in Santa coloma
- Pediatric Brain Tumor Specialist in Santa coloma
- Shock Trauma Specialist in Santa coloma
- Proctologist in Santa coloma
- Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Specialist in Santa coloma
- Neuroendocrinology in Santa coloma
- Cosmetic Surgeon in Santa coloma
- Liver And Pancreatic Cancer Specialist in Santa coloma
- Oncologic Molecular Pathologist in Santa coloma
- Crisis Response Medical Expert in Santa coloma
- Lower Extremity Reconstruction Surgeon in Santa coloma
- Behavioral Sleep Medicine Specialist in Santa coloma
- Pediatric Peritoneal Dialysis in Santa coloma
- Psychology - Crisis Intervention in Santa coloma
- Strategic Planning And Development (Healthcare) in Santa coloma
- Face Transplant in Santa coloma
- Pre-hospital Care Services in Santa coloma
- Pediatric Pulmonary Rehabilitation in Santa coloma
- Sleep Studies (Polysomnography) in Santa coloma
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI) Services in Santa coloma
- Histopathology Services in Santa coloma
- Medical Volunteer Care in Santa coloma
- Urology Preventive Care in Santa coloma
- Urology Surgical Procedures in Santa coloma
- Neurodegenerative Disease Diagnosis in Santa coloma
- Pediatric Urology in Santa coloma
- Gastrointestinal Radiology Services in Santa coloma
- Heart Surgery Services in Santa coloma
- Pediatric Multimodal Pain Management in Santa coloma
- Family Planning and Preconception Counseling in Santa coloma
- Pediatric Respiratory support in Santa coloma
- Endocrine Surgery in Santa coloma
- Single Photon Emission Computed Tomography (SPECT) Scans in Santa coloma