LETTERS ABOUT MOLE REMOVAL

June 12, 2008

Answers on this page are from Dr. K. Conners (ASPEN, COLORADO DERMATOLOGIST)

QUESTION: Dear NoNevus, Can you explain the different between (Moles) and (Nevus) if there is one?

ANSWER: “Thanks for asking. Moles are growths on the skin. In school they told us moles were called “nevi” (one mole is a nevus). These [mole] growths occur when cells in the skin, [melanocytes], grow in a cluster with tissue surrounding them.”

QUESTION: Dear NoNevus, I have different color moles; one is pink, and another is almost black, is that normal?

ANSWER: “Moles are usually pink, tan, brown, or flesh-colored so yours sound normal. If you have any question about your moles you should have a dermatologist examine it.

QUESTION: Dear NoNevus, My skin all of a sudden has moles all over it, is that from the sun, I live in Florida?

ANSWER: "Melanocytes (which give a mole color) are spread evenly throughout the skin and produce the pigment that gives skin its natural color. When skin is exposed to the sun, melanocytes produce more pigment, causing the skin to tan, or darken. If you have been in the sun recently, you could be causing your moles to increase.”

QUESTION: I have moles, but I am not sure where they came from. I did not used to have them…

ANSWER: “Moles are very common so they are nothing to be embarrassed about. Most people have as many as 40 moles on their bodies. A person may develop new moles from time to time, usually until about age 40, so if you are getting up there in age, you may be getting more moles.”

QUESTION: My mole has changed. It got smaller. It used to be like an eraser, but now it is flat…

ANSWER: “Moles can be flat or raised. They are usually round or oval and no larger than a pencil eraser. Many moles begin as a small, flat spot and slowly become larger in diameter and raised. Over many years, they may flatten again, become flesh-colored, and actually go away; yours may be of the latter kind.

QUESTION: My doctor said I have a condition called “Dysplastic Nevi” can I treat it with NoNevus?

ANSWER: “Yes. About one out of every ten people has at least one unusual (or atypical) mole that looks different from an ordinary mole. The medical term for these unusual moles is dysplastic nevi. There are differences between ordinary moles and dysplastic nevi. Dysplastic nevi are more likely than ordinary moles to develop into a type of skin cancer called melanoma. Because of this, moles should be checked regularly by a doctor or nurse specialist, especially if they look unusual; grow larger; or change in color, outline, or in any other way.”

QUESTION: Can I treat melanoma with your mole remover?

ANSWER: “No! Do not try to treat melanoma with any over the counter remedy. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer--one of the most serious types because advanced melanomas have the ability to spread to other parts of the body. Melanoma can also develop in the eye, called intraocular melanoma, or rarely in other parts of the body where pigment cells are found. A doctor or nurse specialist can tell whether an abnormal-looking mole should be closely watched or should be removed and checked for melanoma cells. The purpose of routine skin exams is to identify and follow abnormal moles.”

Mole Removal -- (From Skin)

Here are some things to consider before your 'nevus' mole removal procedure.

If you choose to have a doctor burn or freeze your moles, or skin tags, you may require anesthetics (an-es-THET-iks). They use these substances to numb the skin surrounding the mole. Natural mole removers do not require anesthetics. Removing moles with NoNevus™ eliminates the need for "local anesthetics". You can remove your moles and skin tags without pain, in the comfort of your own home.

Is It Cancerous?

Probably not, but by the looks of things many people like you are concerned about getting skin cancer. If you have moles, skin tags, or other nevus growths on the skin you should know that most of these lesions are not cancerous. You should ask your "dermatologist" (der-ma-TAH-lo-jist) to check your skin every year just to be sure.

If you mole looks cancerous, you will need a biopsy (BY-ahp-see) preformed by a doctor. In this procedure the removed cells or tissues are examined under a microscope. If you mole looks strange, don't fool around. It might be melanoma. If a doctor believes it might be cancerous the sample of tissue is removed in an "incisional biopsy" or "core biopsy".

Please do not use NoNevus™ Mole Remover on abnormal-looking moles. NoNevus™ is a cosmetic mole removal treatment to remove (non-cancerous) benign moles. NoNevus™ works great on skin tags and freckles too.

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