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How to Get Rid of Moles

January 23rd, 2007 by admin
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Skin moles are simply dark spots on your skin. They have a large amount of melanin in them, which causes them to appear a brownish color. They can also be pink, tan, or even hard to distinguish from your normal skin color. Some moles are large and raised from the surface of the skin, while others are flat and small. Almost everyone has one or two somewhere on their body, and most people have somewhere between ten and forty moles. Many children are born with moles, although they can also appear later in life.

 

In most cases, moles are completely harmless. Most do not turn into cancer. Your doctor will often examine your body during your yearly physical exam to check to see if any of your moles require attention. If you notice any changes in the appearance of a mole, then you should make an appointment to talk to your doctor. They can let you know if there is anything that requires attention. There is really no medical reason to get rid of a mole unless there is worry that it could be cancerous. People most often get rid of them simply for cosmetic reasons.

Mole Removal

There are only two effective ways to get rid of moles. Both involve a doctor or dermatologist performing an outpatient procedure.

 

The first way is referred to as excision without stitches. A scalpel is used to scrape the mole down so that the wound is even or slightly below the skin. Once this is done, the wound is cauterized or treated with a special solution to stop any bleeding. An antibiotic cream is placed over the site and then it is bandaged.

 

The second way is excision with stitches. This is usually done when the mole is flat or is dark in color. The area is sterilized and numbed; then the mole is cut out, along with an area of skin around it. The wound is then closed with stitches. If they are done inside the wound, they will simply dissolve over time. If you have stitches on the surface of your skin, the stitches will have to be removed later.

 

Once a mole is removed, you won’t have to do much to take care of the wound. You’ll just need to clean it a couple of times a day with water or a hydrogen peroxide / water mix. After it is clean, you’ll want to put an antibiotic ointment on it and cover it with a bandage.

 

Having a mole removed is a relatively simple procedure, but it’s not without risk. There is a possibility of nerve damage, an allergic reaction to the skin anesthetic, or infection. The most common side effect, however, is a scar at the site of the removal. The chances of scarring depend on where the mole is located and how it is removed. (For scar removal, read how to get rid of scars)

 

Because most moles are removed for cosmetic reasons, you really should take the time to discuss with your doctor the possibility of a scar. You might find that the risk doesn’t outweigh the benefits.

 

Many people just choose to leave their moles alone. In fact, there are those who consider them to be a sign of beauty, such as in the case of Cindy Crawford. If you are considering having moles removed, make an appointment with a dermatologist who can help you decide whether it is advisable. If you enjoy reading this article, you'll surely enjoy reading how to get clear skin.







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  1. April 18th, 2012 at 10:55 pm    aurora Says:

    i hate Moles i have one Big One on My Face and Two Big One On Myy Handds Also Thatts Why I ahte them

  2. April 18th, 2012 at 6:41 pm    Kere Says:

    I am 16 and I had over 200 moles on my body and of course I hated them but I’ve only fully removed a few. I found a way that works without surgery and without scarring. If you take a nail file of something and take off just a few layers or skin on the top, then apply a small piece of cotton ball soaked in vinegar, it get rids of them. What I did was put a bandage over the cotton ball and slept with it on my face and took it off again in the morning. That process does take some time and towards the end of it there are red marks there are you peel off your skin it eventually goes away and is not visible anymore

  3. April 5th, 2012 at 5:54 pm    jess Says:

    my little sis has a mole on her upper lip she does not want suergery but wants to remove it my mum says to her its a sign of beauty bu she hates it please help her it might lead her to cancer

  4. December 24th, 2011 at 1:00 am    Glamagirl Says:

    I am 14yo girl w/ 2 dark pea size diameter right nxt 2 eachothr tht r slightly raised on the far left side of my face on my high cheeckbones. I once convinced a grl tht it was a snake bite! I have some othr small moles on spots like the backs of my arms. I HATE THM! but my parents say i can do it, but it will leave a scar worse thn the moles thmselvs! I am also afraid tht because they r sooo obvious on my face tht if i get thm removed ppl will b all “eww, she got her huge moles removd”. My parents say they r pretty, but they r horrible and ppl thnk they r gross and disgusting and i try 2 use my hair 2 covr thm and i need 2 get rid of thm hopefully w/o surgury. And dont bothr tellin me im beautiful the way i am caus u dont know me and tht wont help!! I dont want 2 keep on living this way!

  5. October 6th, 2011 at 6:53 am    Robert Says:

    I have a small mole under my lip which everytime I shave I cut off the top layer; no bleeding. As this is my only mole and unless it gets funny sometime I don’t want surgery; scars. Is ther any other way to get rid of it. because it is in the center of my face. I do have sub keritosis and have them burned off at the skin doctor but she doen’t want to us it on the mole.
    Does any of those from some herbal company work? Thanks

  6. July 21st, 2011 at 6:17 pm    Hannah Lolli Says:

    I’m 11 years old I have one on my face and its smaller than a quarter but bigger than a nickel. I want to see if i could get surgery and remove it? but i don’t know if you cant do that for my kind of mole. please give me an answer.

  7. July 11th, 2011 at 5:29 pm    Team601 Says:

    Im 14 an I have a mole on my ass which sucks cos I can’t pull any mooners.
    Help?

  8. June 7th, 2011 at 7:45 pm    Liz Says:

    Im 10 and i have 2 HUGE moles on my face, 1 on the side of my lip and tons of freckles. Followed by many moles on my body. Im so ashamed on myself!!! This stupid gurl in my grade said that if you have too many moles on ur face or body, she said thats not good wich made no sence 2 me. I hate hr like crazy i jst want to do say somethin real bad 2 r like…. etc. Anyways HELP ME!!!!!! I wanna get rid of my stupid moles!!!! how???? tell me!!!!

  9. June 2nd, 2011 at 6:30 pm    Kat Says:

    Jenna, try DermaTend, it’s a really good product, and should get rid of your “beauty marks”. I hope it works out for u

  10. December 12th, 2010 at 5:23 pm    Jenna Says:

    Im 13. And I have 3 big moles or “beauty marks” as my mom says because she thinks it would make me feel better about myself, it doesnt work. Anyway, I have 3 on my face, and I REALLYYY want to get rid of them, but I wont get surgery because I don’t want the scars afterwords. PLEAAAAAAAAAAAASE help me! I’m resently feeling crappy about myself because of them. It SUCKS!!!! Big freakin’ time. I mean, it even made me say that…. hmmmm, anyway, helpp?!!

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