Moles, which can be seen anywhere on the body, may occur at birth or may appear later in life. It can be vital to examine the moles on the skin in as little as 15 minutes every month and consult a specialist for any shape and color changes that occur on the moles.
Do not be afraid of their increase during adolescence
Moles, which can be seen anywhere on the body, may occur at birth or may appear later in life. It can be vital to examine the moles on the skin in as little as 15 minutes every month and consult a specialist in case of any shape and color changes on the moles. Do not be afraid of their increase during adolescence. Moles, which are found in almost everyone, are benign formations that occur on the skin. The number of moles, which are fewer at birth, increases throughout childhood and adulthood. The number of moles, which increase more during adolescence and pregnancy due to hormonal effects, generally decreases after the age of 30. Genetic predisposition and excessive exposure to sunlight can also lead to an increase in the number of moles. Do not ignore sudden changes in moles. While the diameters of moles may increase over the years and become swollen from the skin, color change may also occur. However, this change is very slow. What should be taken into consideration are the sudden changes in moles that occur within months. Sudden changes in size, color and shape occur in an existing mole. If the shape of the mole is asymmetrical and larger than 6 mm. If there are two or more colors on the mole, such as light - dark brown, black or red. Bleeding, rough and scaly texture on the mole. If a mole or a non-healing wound occurs. If a mole that does not resemble other moles on the body in shape and looks different from others is noticed, you should consult a dermatologist without wasting time. People with blonde eyes should be more careful. Genetic damage to skin cells may occur as a result of uncontrolled sun exposure, tanning and sunburn. Malignant melanoma, a malignant tumor, may develop on moles over time as a result of unlimited proliferation of damaged cells. While malignant melanoma develops from 70-80% intact skin areas, 20-30% may occur from a pre-existing mole. Blue-eyed, freckled, redhead or blonde People with light skin and those who sunburn easily are in the risk group for developing malignant melanoma. However, sun exposure in childhood, uncontrolled exposure to sunlight while working or on holiday, having more than 50 moles, having a family history of skin cancer, and undergoing organ transplantation increase the likelihood of developing malignant melanoma. Take precautions before your moles become cancerous. In addition to annual routine checks by a dermatologist, examining moles every month under adequate light and taking small notes if necessary can be of vital importance. In addition to a simple routine check that does not exceed 15 minutes, reducing UV exposure to moles to prevent them from becoming cancerous is the primary protection method. To this end; Protective clothing such as sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat should be used daily. It is recommended to avoid direct sunlight and sit in the shade, especially during the summer months between 11.00 and 15.00. Exposing the forearms and legs to the sun for 20-30 minutes every day between 11.00 - 15.00 will be sufficient for vitamin D production and bone health. Uncontrolled sunbathing and solarium tanning should be avoided. Both are harmful to skin health. Harmful ultraviolet rays (UV) from the sun can cause damage to the DNA in the skin.
Moles, found in almost everyone, are benign formations that occur on the skin. The number of moles, which are fewer at birth, increases throughout childhood and adulthood. The number of moles, which increase more during adolescence and pregnancy due to hormonal effects, generally decreases after the age of 30. Genetic predisposition and excessive exposure to sunlight can also lead to an increase in the number of moles.
Do not ignore sudden changes in moles
The diameters of moles increase over the years and become larger than the skin. However, color change may also occur. However, this change is very slow. What needs to be taken into consideration are sudden changes in moles that occur within months.
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If sudden changes in size, color and shape occur in an existing mole
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If the shape of the mole is asymmetrical and larger than 6 mm
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Mole If there are two or more colors on the mole such as light - dark brown, black, red
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If there is bleeding, rough and scaly texture, watering or a non-healing wound on the mole
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If a mole that does not resemble other moles on the body in shape and looks different from the others is noticed, it is necessary to consult a dermatologist without wasting time.
Blonde People with colored eyes should be more careful
Genetic damage to skin cells may occur as a result of uncontrolled sun exposure, tanning and sunburn. Malignant melanoma, a malignant tumor, may develop on moles over time as a result of unlimited proliferation of damaged cells. While malignant melanoma develops from 70-80% intact skin areas, 20-30% may occur from a pre-existing mole. Those with blue eyes, freckles, redheads or blondes, and those with fair skin who sunburn easily are in the risk group for developing malignant melanoma. However, sun exposure in childhood, uncontrolled exposure to sunlight while working or on holiday, having more than 50 moles, a family history of skin cancer, and undergoing organ transplantation increase the likelihood of developing malignant melanoma.
Your moles. Take precautions before they become cancerous
In addition to annual routine checks by a dermatologist, examining moles every month under adequate light and taking small notes if necessary can be of vital importance. In addition to a simple routine check that does not exceed 15 minutes, reducing UV exposure to moles to prevent them from becoming cancerous is the primary protection method. For this purpose;
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Protective clothing such as sunscreen, sunglasses and hats should be used daily.
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Especially in the summer months, between 11.00 - 15.00. It is recommended to avoid direct sunlight and sit in the shade. Exposing the forearms and legs to the sun for 20-30 minutes every day between 11.00 - 15.00 will be sufficient for vitamin D production and bone health.
Uncontrolled sunbathing and solarium tanning should be avoided. Both are harmful to skin health. Harmful ultraviolet rays from the sun (UV) can cause damage to DNA in the skin.
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