| Red Moles on my Skin Red moles on skin can appear alarming, especially if you've never seen a mark or any shade other than brown or black. Your first instinct might be to call a doctor, that isn't always necessary. In fact, you could save yourself a few trips to the doctor if you know some basic information. Step 1 Stand in front of a mirror or hold a hand held mirror so that you can easily see your skin. The first element you want to check for red moles on skin is Asymmetry. Anyway you look at it, there should be symmetry. If it is symmetrical, there is no concern in this area Step 2 Look at the Border of the red moles. A smooth, or perfectly rounded edge is ideal. If it is irregular or jagged this is cause for concern. Step 3 Consider the colour of the red moles on skin. Don't worry though, red alone is not any reason to worry. As long as the mark is the same color throughout, there is nothing wrong. If you see different shades or colours, it could be worrisome. Step 4 Grab a pen or pencil and use it as a measuring guide. Red moles on skin are typically extremely small. If you have one larger than a pencil eraser, it is cause for concern. Step 5 Look at the elevation of the red moles on skin. Although it is quite common for marks to be slightly raised, if this symptom is found in conjunction with any of the other characteristics described above, you should see a doctor. The Removal of Moles Almost everybody has at least one mole on his or her skin. Most people never really pay attention to these dark spots; however, knowing a bit about skin moles can mean the difference between good skin health and the development of disease. Most common skin moles do not pose any health hazards. At the very least, however, they can become annoying, especially if the location of the mole is on the face or in an area that must be shaved. Some moles, however, can lead to skin cancer. For cancerous moles and unsightly moles, complete removal is the best option. Although acid can be applied to the mole for easy removal, the most common mole removal method is surgical. Surgical removal can be accomplished by three methods: removal by scalpel, laser removal, and cryosurgery. Surgical removal via a scalpel is when a doctor or dermatologist cuts out the visible layers of the mole with a sharp medical instrument and then finishes the procedure by digging out the deeper areas of the mole. With laser mole removal, laser pulses are directed at the mole to destroy the affected areas. This method is usually performed in the doctor's office and is less evasive and results in less scarring than scalpel removal. Cryosurgery is the removal of a mole through freezing. With this procedure liquid nitrogen is applied to the mole to destroy the cells. This procedure is also usually done as outpatient and also results in less scarring. All of the above methods can be used to remove common moles and moles that signify skin cancer, however cancerous moles may need follow-up treatment with radiation to ensure that a cure is obtained. |
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