Question 1

i have 100's dysplastic nevi moles. many are severely atypical. do we have to keep taking them off or is there another way to see if they are cancer.

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Only way: They have high incidence of malignency       ( melanoma )  you  may have dysplastic nevi syndrom, most likely some one in the familty have it al;so . Melanoma is curable if excised early, abcd s of detection are asymerty,  borders, color, diameter, and evalution by your dermatologist  ( or surgeon ).

Question 2

i have dysplastic nevi syndrome..so how do i know when to see derm..if all of my new moles are out of the ordinary anyway??

Accepted Answer

Dysplastic nevi: Good questions, but to be answered by the dermatologist who sees you. Generally, you should be examined every 6 months, and photos may be taken; however some pts require exams every 3 months.

Question 3

how early should children ages 10-15 see a dermatologist, is that too young? i have dysplastic nevi syndrome and two of my kids have many moles.

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FAMMM: Your condition is also called familial atypical multiple mole- melanoma.  Screening for melanoma in fammm kindreds should begin at age 10 with a baseline total body skin examination including scalp, eyes, oral mucosa, genital area, and nail, as family members may develop melanoma in their early teens.

Question 4

does this mole look like a dysplastic nevi, or something concerning that should be looked at by a dermatologist?  thank you!

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Yes: Any mole that looks different from other moles on your face or body is suspicious.  Irregular borders, irregular pigmentation, recent change in appearance, rapid growth, are all warning signs of a potential problem.  Consultation with a dermatologist is indicated for any of the above signs.

Question 5

i was an excessive tanner in my teens&20s i have dysplastic nevi synd. new very dark spots pop up, are these moles &will they keep coming, ?

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Dysplastic nevi: You need to be under the care of a dermatologist to make sure you don't develop melanoma.

Question 6

i have dysplastic nevi syndrome, i had 2 very similar moles shave biopsied. how is it that one came back as a sun spot , one needed reexcision was mod?

Accepted Answer

DYSPLASTIC NEVI: Your dermatologist will advise you the result of the biopsy. If benign, reexcision is not needed.

Question 7

can a person have pain on the bottom of the foot if you have a "funny looking" mole on the side. dermatologist said it's a dysplastic nevi.

Accepted Answer

See a dermatologist: If you are truly concerned about it and you feel that it is actually the dysplastic nevi causing the pain and nothing else then i recommend seeing a dermatologist so they can discuss treatment options. In the mean time make sure that you wear plenty of sunscreen and keep the dysplastic nevi out of the sun.

Question 8

what causes dysplastic nevi syndrome?

Accepted Answer

It is a familial: condition, but a lot is still not understood about transfer in families. Patients with this syndrome are at higher risk for abnormal moles and melanoma. So regular checks with dermatology is imperative

Question 9

what are treatments for dysplastic nevi?

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In your eye?: I assume they are dysplatic because they were biopsied?

Ask your doctor.

Question 10

why aren't all dysplastic moles removed from people as a precaution?

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Dysplastic moles: the only way to know if a mole is truly dysplastic is to biopsy it and look at the cells under the microscope. At that point, the dermatopathologist can determine the level of dysplasticity. Once that information is acquired, the treating physician will know whether or not complete excision is warranted.

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I have 100's dysplastic nevi moles. many are severely atypical. do we have to keep taking them off or is there another way to see if they are cancer.

A member asked:

I have dysplastic nevi syndrome..so how do i know when to see derm..if all of my new moles are out of the ordinary anyway??

A member asked:

How early should children ages 10-15 see a dermatologist, is that too young? i have dysplastic nevi syndrome and two of my kids have many moles.

A member asked:

Does this mole look like a dysplastic nevi, or something concerning that should be looked at by a dermatologist? thank you!

A member asked:

I was an excessive tanner in my teens&20s i have dysplastic nevi synd. new very dark spots pop up, are these moles &will they keep coming, ?

A member asked:

I have dysplastic nevi syndrome, i had 2 very similar moles shave biopsied. how is it that one came back as a sun spot , one needed reexcision was mod?

A member asked:

Can a person have pain on the bottom of the foot if you have a "funny looking" mole on the side. dermatologist said it's a dysplastic nevi.

A member asked:

What causes dysplastic nevi syndrome?

A member asked:

What are treatments for dysplastic nevi?

A member asked:

Why aren't all dysplastic moles removed from people as a precaution?

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