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Moles! When this word comes in our mind we start to imagine how it looks, why do we have this. But, having moles is very common, it can appear on any part of your body. \u00a0Moles are harmless and nothing to worry about. You don\u2019t need to remove a mole unless it bothers you. But if you don\u2019t like the way it affects the appearance, or if it\u2019s getting irritated from rubbing against the clothes, removing a mole is an option. In this blog, being a dermatologist, I am sharing some information regarding mole removal and how to manage it.<\/p>\n

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What are Moles?<\/h2>\n

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Moles are the collections of pigment-producing cells (known as melanocytes) which reside towards the top layer of the skin. Moles generally can be flesh-colored, brown, blue or black. The majority of moles on the skin<\/a> are flat but raised moles are commonly seen.<\/p>\n

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What are the Types of Moles?<\/h2>\n

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There are 5 main types of moles such as:<\/p>\n

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1. Congenital<\/h3>\n

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Congenital moles, also known as congenital nevi, are moles which appear at birth or within the first year of a baby\u2019s life. They are caused by melanocyte cells in the dermis (middle layer of skin), the epidermis (outer layer of skin), or both. This types of moles can range in size and are sometimes referred to as birthmarks. Congenital nevi pose some risk of developing into melanoma later in life and should be monitored as you enter adolescence and adulthood.<\/p>\n

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2. Acquired<\/h3>\n

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Acquired moles are moles that appear during childhood<\/a> and adulthood. Most of these moles are benign and pose no risk, although sometimes they can turn into cancerous moles with age. This type of mole is the most common, and repeated sun exposure usually causes it.<\/p>\n

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3. Intradermal Nevi<\/h3>\n

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Intradermal nevi are skin-colored moles that often blend in with your surrounding skin. Although,\u00a0 their pigmentation is not as dark as junctional melanocytic nevi because they are located in the dermis or the middle layer of your skin. These moles usually develop in late childhood or throughout adulthood and are very common and usually benign.<\/p>\n

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4. Compound Nevi<\/h3>\n

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It shows signs of both intradermal and junctional nevi, with melanocyte cells located in the dermis and dermo-epidermis junction. These moles usually have a central raised area with flat areas around the edges. They usually have distinct borders and even pigmentation.<\/p>\n

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5. Halo Nevi<\/h3>\n

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Halo nevi are raised moles surrounded by a ring of skin that has lost pigmentation due to inflammatory infiltrating cells. Doctors are still trying to understand why this reaction occurs, but if appropriately diagnosed, these moles are benign and require no treatment unless for cosmetic reasons.<\/p>\n

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What are the Causes of Moles?<\/h2>\n

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