Moles Treatments

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.

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