What Causes Moles?
10. Patient Education
Patients should be made aware that moles are a common anomaly that are benign and do not generally cause any issues. However, they should be taught self-examination of their moles (especially those with a higher risk-large congenital moles). Use the ABCDE approach, where patients assess the asymmetry, border irregularity, color, diameter, and evolution of the mole.
Some add an âFâ for funny looking, which suggests that the appearance of the mole has changed. Other things to look out for include raised borders, itchiness, and bleeding. Those with these changes should seek medical attention to determine the potential of malignant transformation. There are many resources and information available that illustrate these changes from various organizations such as the American Academy of Dermatology. The importance of sun protection should be emphasized for both children and adults.
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