Atypical Moles - The Skin Cancer Foundation
WEBAtypical moles, also known as dysplastic nevi, are unusual-looking moles that have irregular features under the microscope. Though benign, they are worth more of your attention because individuals with atypical moles are at increased risk for melanoma , a dangerous skin cancer.
Dysplastic Nevus (Atypical Moles) - Cleveland Clinic
WEBDysplastic nevus (an atypical mole) increases your risk of melanoma. Unlike common moles, atypical moles have multiple colors, irregular shapes and ragged borders.
Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
WEBA common mole is usually smaller than about 5 millimeters wide (about 1/4 inch, the width of a pencil eraser). It is round or oval, has a smooth surface with a distinct edge, and is often dome-shaped. A common mole usually has an even color of pink, tan, or brown.
Spitzoid Melanoma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, Staging & Treatment
WEBSpitzoid melanoma is a type of skin cancer that looks like a small mole or skin growth. It’s often reddish, pinkish or the same color as your skin. It may be difficult to tell a spitzoid melanoma apart from a noncancerous mole. Spitzoid melanoma is …
Dysplastic nevus (atypical mole) - Cancer Treatment Centers of …
WEBOct 20, 2022 · Multicolored, including visibly distinct pink, red, tan, light brown or dark brown parts.
Typical vs. Atypical Moles: How to Tell the Difference - Healthline
WEBJul 4, 2018 · They are one color, such as brown, tan, red, pink, blue, clear, or skin-toned. They measure less than 1/4 inch (5 millimeters) across. They’re round and even on both sides. They have a...
Atypical naevi (dysplastic nevi, funny-looking moles) - DermNet
WEBOne definition of an atypical naevus is a mole with at least 3 of the following features. Size > 5 mm diameter; Ill-defined or blurred borders; Irregular margin resulting in an unusual shape; Varying shades of colour (mostly pink, tan, brown, black) Flat …
Atypical mole vs. melanoma: How to tell the difference - Medical News Today
WEBJan 9, 2024 · An atypical mole, also known as a dysplastic nevus, has a larger, more irregular shape than a typical mole. An atypical mole is usually harmless but can increase the risk of developing...
Atypical Moles: Diagnosis and Management - AAFP
WEBJun 1, 2015 · Atypical moles are benign pigmented lesions. Although they are benign, they exhibit some of the clinical and histologic features of malignant melanoma. They are more common in fair-skinned...
What is an Atypical Mole? - Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
WEBJun 30, 2021 · The pink mole would be the ugly duckling. If a mole has one or more of these characteristics, it should be brought to the attention of a dermatologist. Is an atypical mole cancerous?
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