A Few Simple Things You Should Know Before Getting Moles Removed
A mole is called a "nevus" (plural: nevi) in medical terms.
They are thought to have a relationship with nerves and the pigment forming cell known as the "melanocyte".
Moles have the ability to vary in color, ranging from flesh-colored to dark brown.
Sometimes location of the mole affects the amount of pigment it contains.
Some are hairy.
Some are smooth.
Overall, most moles are acceptable, but to the select few, we just plain want to get rid of them.
It is not known why moles develop.
Sun may be a factor, and most appear during adolescence.
It is important to know that:
- As moles mature they very gradually enlarge (over years or decades)
- Most moles are less than 7mm wide.
- Flat moles reside mostly on the upper skin layers.
- Moles that stick out have deep-seated nevus cells in the skin.
- Moles that undergo rapid changes should be look at by a physician before getting moles removed (If your mole has become asymmetric in shape and color, or is constantly itchy, flaky, or bleeding, this is a sure sign you should have it looked at).
- Most moles are completely harmless.
They can be removed via surgery and also natural methods.
But, here is the truth: surgery can leave you dealing with the pain and high cost of the procedure.
You may risk developing a scar in the long term and could be spending $400 or more.
But did you know that simple, natural ingredients can help your mole disappear within just a few days? There are natural methods to removing moles being reported all over now.
More and more people are learning the secrets to natural mole removal.
But as all moles and individuals are unique, it is very important that you get your information from a reputable source.