subject: What Are Moles? [print this page] Moles are common among peopleMoles are common among people. In medical world, they are known to be 'Melanocytic nevi'. They are harmless and benign. They do not irritate people by itching. Not all moles may be present at birth. Moles grow, as the person grows. Skin moles arise, when there is a congenial growth of a human skin. Moles are dark in colour.
What leads to formation of moles?
When melanocytes cells start growing in bunches, instead of spreading all through the skin, they cause skin moles. Some may receive them genetically. Due to exposure to the sunlight, a person may face problem of moles. Hormonal imbalance causes glands to lose their efficiency, thereby resulting in formation of moles. You may be eager to find out 'how to get rid of moles'. As we move ahead, you will get answers on the same.
Are moles cancerous?
Not all moles are cancerous. When the family history is affected by skin cancer, the person with moles has to be vigilant, since there are more chances that he will develop some moles likely to give him skin cancer. melanoma cancer is caused due to dysplastic nevi. This is a very rare kind of skin cancer. Consultation with the doctor should be sought immediately, as and when moles tend to show a sudden change in their features.
Can skin moles be removed?
The answer to that question is 'Yes'. Their removal is, not at all, difficult. On the contrary, it is very easy. Use of castor oil has been proved to be effective. Mole can be vanished by placing slices of pineapples on the area. Honey mixed with flax-seed oil is very good and can be applied as a lotion. These remedies take their time to show actual results. Hence, one can see good results with proper patience. Now-a-days, one can find various mole removal creams and other useful products. The reason behind their popularity is they consume a little time and give desired results quickly. A day may come, when the person will find them disappeared.
If one is not patient enough to use natural remedies, surgical procedures are also available for him. Some people try to get the moles off themselves, but fear that it will leave scars on their faces. The size of the scar depends upon the size of the mole. This is the reason why, a certified doctor is required. When it comes to removing moles skillfully and without leaving any scars, it is none other than a dermatologist. Consultation with a doctor is a per-requisite, before landing up on any decision, since it may cause infection, and even nerve damage in some cases. Further, fees charged by doctors for surgical procedures may not be affordable to all. They will have to pinch their pockets.
Coming to an end:
Moles are not threatening. They do not have to be mandatorily removed. For some people, they are cause of social embarrassment. This is the root cause of low self-esteem and low confidence among many people. In some cultures, moles at certain spots are regarded as beauty marks. Achieving perfection in everything is becoming motto of life. But, a simple question has to be answered first, is it not the greed for perfection responsible to make us lose our uniqueness?
