Our body is made of numerous cells. There is a continued change in human cell structure. This change takes place in a normal manner. But when the change in the structure is abnormal and there is growth of malignant cells, we call it cancerous. But growth of skin or appearance of a mole is not always skin cancer. To know a mole to be skin cancer.
Proper laboratory examination of cells in the mole(biopsy) is necessary.
Following are few points to know actually a mole is skin cancer or not.
1. Shape and size of the mole:
Most of the moles are symmetrical, and are either round or oval in shape. Since the edges are round we can fold one side to other half.. If the mole is not round or oval shaped and also unsymmetrical then the cells inside the may be malignant. It require a proper medical examination. But the case is not always negative.
2. Growth of the mole:
Another aspect to consider a mole to be skin cancer or not is its abnormal growth.. In general a mole does not change its size but it is more likely to be cancerous if it exhibits abnormal growth potential.
3- Mole in Children
It is most important to take to consideration the children with more than 100 moles from their birth. This is possible sign of malignant or cancerous cells.. In this case immediate doctor consultation is required. “congenital nevi,” or birth marks should not be assumed as a sign of skin cancer.
When one notice emergence of new moles or change in size or growth of existing mole, he should immediately consult the physician. One should not be moved by the media unless otherwise a full body checkup by the specialist. The peoples having moles exposed to out side should be careful about direct ultraviolet ray from the sun.
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by on 13. Jan, 2010 in Cancer, Diseases and Conditions
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