Question 1

i have an irregularly shaped mole on my butt. its been there for over a year and hasnt changed. is it still worth getting removed?

Accepted Answer

: That is your call to get removed. You may watch and wait. If the mole doubles in size, becomes more irregular in size, shape or color, bleeds, ulcerates or develops a nodule, see a doctor. Wish you good health!

Question 2

i have had a few moles/growths pop up on my back recently, my recommendations where i can go to get them checked or removed please. i have a smart essential plan. dont think its covered in my plan but i am just looking for assistance on where to go?

Accepted Answer

GP or Dermatologist: Most primary care doctors will have training in how to check moles and if they require removal are often able to do so.  Alternatively a dermatologist or plastic surgeon could also be useful, particularly the dermatologist since this is their area. Here's some recommended dermatologists in the Johannesburg area if thats any help:
http://dermatologistsinjohannesburg.co.za

Question 3

how i can remove moles at home?

Accepted Answer

Remove moles at home: You cannot safely remove moles at home and i would strongly caution you against doing so. Have a dermatologist evaluate it and make sure it is nothing more than a mole.

Question 4

what should i expect when getting moles checked/removed?

Accepted Answer

Exam importance: Annual or more frequent examinations, with a well-trained dermatologist, oculofacial surgeon, facial plastic surgeon, or plastic surgeon, of any unusual appearing skin abnormality, pigmented growth, or any skin lesion that has undergone progressive change (in size, color, character) is very important.  Some "moles" are benign but other lesions may be malignant. Early diagnosis/biopsy  is critical!

Question 5

how is a mole removed?

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Surgically: It's usually excise surgically so that it can be sent for biopsy

Question 6

how do you remove a regular mole?

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Nevus excisiom: Moles are known as nevi to doctors.  Nevi can be regular or irregular, and can rarely evolve into melanoma.  These are often removed under local anesthesia.  This means that lidocain can be injected beneath the skin, and the lesion is removed with a small healthy margin of skin around it.  They are often sent to a pathologist to make sure they are not irregular or cancerous

Question 7

how to safely remove raised moles?

Accepted Answer

See below:: Do not attempt to do anything yourself. See a DERMATOLOGIST and let them take a look at your skin in order to advise you.

Question 8

how i can i remove mole naturally ?

Accepted Answer

Needs evaluation..: There is no natural way to remove a mole. Depending on what it is, it could naturally resolve on its own if that is its nature. Usually in order to get rid of a skin lesion it requires surgical excision or a skin procedure. Visit a Dermatologist for evaluation and recommendations.

Question 9

how to remove a mole off your face?

Accepted Answer

Remove a mole: Unless your dermatologist is concerned about cancer, the most common method is to numb the area with a small injection, and shave the bump off with a scalpel. It almost always heals beautifully and leaves a very small scar. It can grow back because a small piece is left under the skin. I evaluate all facial moles with pathology.

Question 10

might a removed mole be mightcerous?

Accepted Answer

Yes it can be: Moles are removed because they can grow to become melanoma and often it is difficult to tell the difference between a mole and early melanoma. So removal of moles is common practice and the need to be examined under the microscope to make sure they are benign. If they are cancerous(called melanoma) a wider excision(more surgery) is recommended.

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I have an irregularly shaped mole on my butt. its been there for over a year and hasnt changed. is it still worth getting removed?

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I have had a few moles/growths pop up on my back recently, my recommendations where i can go to get them checked or removed please. i have a smart essential plan. dont think its covered in my plan but i am just looking for assistance on where to go?

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How i can remove moles at home?

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