Treatment
Benign moles do not need to be treated. However, surgery may be done to remove those that are unsightly or irritated.
Treatment for atypical moles include:
Surgery
Atypical moles that are cancerous or suspected of being cancerous can be removed . The mole tissue is examined under a microscope. If cancer cells are found, more surgery is done to remove any remaining portion of the mole and surrounding tissue.
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
More Moles Information
Improved
620 HealthChanged
293 LivesSaved
210 LivesPopular this Week
- Is it normal for a mole to just suddenly appear on your skin? 377 reads 16 comments
- Is it normal to have small, mole-like growths on your areola? Can they be removed? 128 reads 4 comments
- should a mole hurt when pressed? 112 reads 2 comments
- It is bad when a mole appears out of nowhere? 29 reads 3 comments
Connect with Women Like You 103 Women Care About this Condition
You're not alone. Connect with other women who are going through what you're going through, who understand and are here for you!
+ Join this Community
