Find top doctors who perform Mole Removal in Sylacauga, AL. Whether you’re seeking treatment or looking to schedule a preventative screening, we can connect you with the best dermatologists near you in Sylacauga, AL.
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Mackey, Steven L – Alexander City Dermatology
Sylacauga, AL 35150
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Sylacauga, AL 35150
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Steven L Mackey
Sylacauga, AL 35150
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Mole Removal FAQ in Sylacauga, AL
Is removing a mole a good idea?
Mole removal can prevent the spread of cancerous and pre-cancerous cells and address your cosmetic concerns in one simple procedure. Results for the majority of patients are permanent, and our patients find that they are able to enjoy life to the fullest after the removal of a noticeable or suspicious mole.
What is inside a mole?
Moles are made of cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes are found scattered throughout our skin and are the cells that make our skin become tan by generating a pigment called melanin. A mole is made of many melanocyte cells clustered together.
Why do dermatologists remove moles?
Removing a suspicious mole and examining it for cancer cells is an important step in catching melanoma early, when it’s easiest to treat. During a skin cancer screening exam your dermatologist may find an abnormal mole. An abnormal mole could be a melanoma symptom, or it could be benign, meaning it’s not cancerous.
How long can you live with a cancerous mole?
Survival for all stages of melanoma almost all people (almost 100%) will survive their melanoma for 1 year or more after they are diagnosed.
Do moles grow back?
Mole cells can cause the mole to regrow on the skin into its original shape and size. Do not assume that mole regrowth is a sign of cancer. Noncancerous moles have the same chance of regrowth as cancerous moles do. To prevent a mole from growing back, the entire thing must be removed.
What not to do after mole removal?
Shaving at or near the site. Strenuous activity. Using any skin cleansers, peroxide or other irritants. Prolonged exposure to water. Medications that may cause bleeding.
What product kills moles?
Application: TALPIRID Mole Killer is a worm-shaped mole bait scientifically proven to kill moles in lawns and gardens. Moles usually die in their tunnels, often within 12-24 hours of ingesting the TALPIRID bait.
What percentage of moles removed are cancerous?
What percentage can we expect? A study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology suggests around 7% of suspicious mole removal is cancerous. This number drops when accounting for all moles removed, as most are benign (non-cancerous).
Is it better to remove moles or leave them?
If you’re wondering if removing moles prevent skin cancer, the answer is no. Cutting out a mole does not mean your cancer is reduced. Precancerous moles may need to be removed to reduce the cause of contracting skin cancer. Although moles are harmless, some people may want to remove their mole for cosmetic reasons.
What percentage of removed moles are cancerous?
A study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology suggests around 7% of suspicious mole removal is cancerous. This number drops when accounting for all moles removed, as most are benign (non-cancerous).
What is the fastest way to get rid of a mole on your face?
Most moles can be removed quickly by numbing the skin around the mole with a local anaesthetic and cutting away the lesion. This is performed as an outpatient procedure, and you will be able to leave once the wound has been stitched.
Is a cancerous mole raised or flat?
The most common type of melanoma usually appears as a flat or barely raised lesion with irregular edges and different colours. Fifty per cent of these melanomas occur in preexisting moles.