What to Do About Moles Found on Your Body

Not everyone has a mole as famous as some supermodels. In fact, most are unsightly, bothersome and potentially deadly. Whether you have skin tags that get irritated when they catch on clothes and jewelry, or an unsightly mole that shows signs of growth or changes in color or shape, having them examined and assessed is essential to not only your appearance, but more importantly your health.

Moles that turn cancerous

Most moles pose no health risk, however, some can result in malignant melanoma, which is the most dangerous form of skin cancer. If caught early through a mole check and a biopsy, the chances of it spreading are greatly reduced and it is virtually always curable. Regardless of your reason for mole removal surgery, once removed, your reconstructive surgeon will normally send a sample of the mole to a testing laboratory to confirm the cells are cancer free.

Anyone with a troublesome mole may be qualified for mole removal surgery. While removing a mole or skin tag is a simple procedure that can be accomplished in your cosmetic surgeon’s office with a local anesthesia, as with any surgery, there is some level of risk of associated scarring. Whether you are considering mole removal surgery on a mole having a negative effect on your appearance, or you are concerned about the possible health risks, your surgeon can evaluate your particular circumstances and discuss the possible risks and your individual options.

Alleviate your concerns about that mole or those skin tags by consulting with a board-certified cosmetic surgeon who can evaluate and typically remove them right away.