Saturday 26 May 2012

Deciding Whether To Keep Skin Moles Or Get Rid Of Them


Nowadays, it seems as though beauty is synonymous with blemish-free and flawless skin. But we are not all so lucky to be born with that gift. Maybe it's in our genes, maybe it's just something in our body, or maybe we're just plain unlucky, but we find ourselves with moles on skin . The good thing about this is that we are not entirely helpless. Now there are so many methods available to get rid of these moles, and we only have to pick which one would suit us best.

First things first, though: what are skin moles? Skin moles are dark or pigmented spots found on various parts of the body. Moles can be caused by many different factors. She might have inherited the trait from parents who also have lots of moles. It could also be that they have such a fair skin that develops these moles when exposed too much or too long to the sun. It is possible for the moles to appear during one's birth, or when they reach adulthood. There are really no set or predetermined times for when the moles would appear.

The appearance of moles varies, from their shapes and sizes. The colors vary too. They could take on a range of colors, from brown to black, even skin tone. These melanocytes growths are generally harmless. There really is no need to remove them unless health precautions  and aesthetics require it.

It is natural for our looks to have such a huge effect on our confidence and how we see things. If one has a mole that doesn't look too becoming on his face or anywhere else, it drives down his self-esteem and could cause bigger problems. To regain one's self-confidence, it would be better if the moles just disappear.

But, perhaps, the most pressing reason why people would undergo mole removal procedures is when the said moles are diagnosed to be of the cancerous type. When should we start worrying that our moles could eventually lead to cancer? Start off by keeping a close watch on the mole.

There are certain things you should watch out for when looking for signs of melanoma. A look at the asymmetry could tell you whether one side of the mole looks the same as the other half. If you see something off or something odd with the borders of the mole, go see a dermatologist immediately. Moles that are showing signs of color variations are showing danger signs since harmless moles are supposed to have a uniform tinge all throughout.

You can also make use of the measurement or dimensions of the mole to judge whether to be concerned or not. The diameter of the moles should not exceed 6mm. If they do, have it looked at it. You should become more watchful if you notice the moles are showing signs of growth or even bleeding. These irregularities should encourage you to go to an experienced dermatologist and have her take a look.

When you notice these changes in your moles, it is important that you do not panic. There is nothing to be gained from getting all flustered about it. You need to stay calm so you could maintain objectivity, especially when evaluating the various removal methods that are open to you for your skin moles.

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