Removal of moles and skin tumors

A mole is a well-defined, pigmented skin growth. Moles are typically brown, vary in size, and have a regular round or oval shape. They can be present at birth or develop in the early years of life, typically appearing by the age of 40.

It is recommended to have a mole examination 8 weeks after your last sun exposure. It is also recommended to remove makeup, take off nail polish, and apply lotion, cream, or body balm before the examination.

Mole removal is recommended by a dermatovenerologist following a thorough examination of the mole.

Common signs that may indicate a malignant change in moles, requiring urgent examination and possible removal, include:

A - Asymmetry
B - Irregular border
C - Multiple colors within the same mole, such as black, brown, and gray
D - Diameter larger than 6 mm.

Additionally, the following signs should be monitored:

A mole that bleeds without any injury
Rapid growth of a mole over a short period
Sudden appearance and growth of a pigmented skin formation.

If you have noticed any of the above changes on your skin, please feel free to contact us with confidence for a mole examination.

If a mole shows signs of malignant changes, full excision followed by pathohistological analysis is advised. In other words, the patient is referred for surgery to have the isolated mole removed and sent for pathohistological examination.

Typically, the patient is scheduled for an examination once the pathohistological findings are available.

Recovery depends on the size and location of the removed mole. After surgery, the patient receives instructions on wound care, such as how to keep the wound clean. Very often, after mole surgery, patients are advised to avoid physical exertion. Additionally, instructions are provided regarding suture removal, which should be followed to ensure proper wound healing.

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If you have a small or pedunculated mole, it can be removed at our polyclinic.