What is a mole called?
Moles are places of excessive accumulation of melanin pigment.
In medical terminology, moles have another name - nevi. All of them consist of special cells of the epidermis, melanocytes. The function of melanocytes is to produce melanin, a pigment that can color the skin in various colors, mainly brown.
Under the influence of various factors, excessive amounts of melanin accumulate in some areas of the skin. This is how moles appear on the bodies of adults and children. It is extremely rare that they are congenital. More often, nevi form on the skin before the age of 25.
For many, nevi retain their shape throughout their lives; for some, they gradually disappear. Sometimes moles begin to grow, change shape and color, which is a reason to contact a specialist.
Reasons for the formation of nevi
Internal factors that provoke the formation of moles include:
- genetic predisposition;
- disruption of metabolic processes in the body;
- hormonal disbalance.
There are a number of external reasons:
- injuries, violation of the integrity of the skin;
- exposure to radiation, ultraviolet radiation;
- toxic skin lesions;
- inflammatory diseases;
- burns, frostbite.
The appearance of moles can be caused by excessive addiction to alcohol, nicotine, and consumption of foods containing GMOs. These factors negatively affect the body's metabolism. In addition, the formation of moles can be caused by regular use of low-quality cosmetics or products that have expired.
Symptoms of nevus degeneration
Birthmarks belong to the category of formations that are prone to degeneration into dangerous malignant growths. If a pathological phenomenon is suspected, a person should consult a dermatologist. An experienced specialist will assess the condition of the nevus and determine treatment tactics.
To monitor your health, you need to know which moles are at risk.
Symptoms that may indicate the likelihood of degeneration of a birthmark:
- the tumor is growing rapidly;
- size exceeds 6 millimeters;
- the color of the growth changes, several colors are present;
- the growth began to hurt, bleed, and became inflamed;
- the edges of the mole are asymmetrical;
- there is no clear boundary between the formation and the skin.
The danger comes from formations that are subject to constant damage. A woman can injure a nevus when she corrects her eyebrows or uses abrasive cosmetics. In this case, the threat of cellular changes in the tissues of the growth increases, and the risk of malignancy arises.
Particular attention to nevi should be given to people whose relatives suffered from melanoma. This factor in most cases affects the risk group of patients.
The meaning of a mole on the forehead
The presence of a red mole on the forehead indicates problems in your personal life.
There is an opinion that a mole on the forehead is a special mark that can indicate a person’s future fate and character. A mole on the forehead on the right indicates a person’s interest in material wealth. The goal and task of the owner of such a mole is stability and increased cash flow.
The presence of a red mole on the forehead matters. She points out some problems in her personal life. It is quite difficult for its owner to meet his soul mate. The reason for this is excessive pride, excessive demands on a partner, and irritability.
If the nevus is located in the very center of the forehead, closer to the bridge of the nose, in some cases we can talk about the person’s ability to clairvoyance. However, more often it is a sign of a purposeful person. Owners of such moles become real professionals in their field. They earn high incomes and have a good reputation.
Regardless of gender and location, a mole on the forehead is a good sign. It endows a person with high intellectual abilities, attentiveness, and prudence.
For women, a mole on the left forehead is important in their career. Owners of this mark are very purposeful, responsible, and occupy leadership positions early. A mole on the right side indicates successful building of family relationships.
What does it mean on the bridge of the nose?
According to popular belief, the location of a mole plays an important role in the character of the owner and his fate. Ancient Buddhist beliefs identify marks on the forehead or bridge of the nose with the mythical “third eye.” Such people, according to Buddhists, have strong intuition and can predict the future. A person whose mole is located on the bridge of his nose is a real intellectual. He can succeed in diplomacy, politics, and become a real leader. The owner of the nevus is ambitious, purposeful, does not seek self-interest, but often goes too far in his ambitions and fails. Folk omens say that people with such a mark often experience headaches or poor health.
A mole on the bridge of the nose, located on the left, speaks of a person’s mystical, witchcraft abilities. The mark on the left allows a person to succeed in the profession of a psychic. A nevus on the bridge of the nose on the right portends a comfortable existence for its owner. If the spot is in the middle of the nose, this indicates a person’s easy-going character, his penchant for travel and adventure. A mole on the tip of the nose indicates adventurism and a thirst for change.
When is it necessary to consult a doctor?
In 95% of cases, moles are absolutely safe for humans. In rare cases, with certain changes in the body, a nevus may degenerate from a benign formation to a malignant one.
The risk group includes:
- owners of thin, light skin;
- women during pregnancy;
- faces characterized by a large number of freckles, birthmarks, and nevi.
There is no need to worry about the abundance of formations, but you should not miss the moment when you need to see a doctor. It is important to be able to distinguish a healthy nevus from a dangerous one.
A nevus in its normal state has a light brown tint. The edges of the mole are smooth and round in shape. The surface is smooth, without compactions or bumps. The body of the nevus is soft to the touch, painless, its thickness does not exceed 1-2 mm.
There are a number of symptoms that require you to see a doctor:
- increase in size;
- discomfort (pain, itching, burning);
- the appearance of bleeding or other discharge;
- change of color;
- change in shape;
- the appearance of compactions, bumps, roughness.
Timely seeking medical help will help avoid unpleasant consequences.
What symptoms should you see a doctor for?
Previously safe moles can suddenly and dangerously change their appearance. Violation of the usual structure is a reason to go to the clinic for diagnosis.
External changes are manifested by the following symptoms:
- an increase in size of more than 7 millimeters;
- color change;
- redness or white tint of adjacent areas of the skin;
- peeling;
- border and surface with tubercles;
- crust formation;
- bleeding.
After negative signs appear, the mole is removed using one of the following methods. Consult a doctor after the procedure if symptoms appear:
- suppuration;
- burns of neighboring areas;
- relapse.
You can only get rid of its manifestations in the hospital. For the prevention and treatment of moles on the forehead on the left, right, middle, top or bottom, contact dermatologists, dermatological oncologists, and surgeons.
For a long time, a woman and a man with a mark on their forehead occupied a significant place in society - they led, predicted the future. Today, people have ceased to be proud of a noticeable nevus and have begun to perceive a mole as a defect. Taking into account the demand, medicine has developed hardware and local procedures and drugs to remove unwanted formations.
Should moles be removed?
Moles located close to blood vessels cause bleeding when removed.
Doctors do not recommend removing nevi that do not have dangerous signs. Birthmarks and other formations that cause aesthetic discomfort in the patient, especially those located on the face, must be removed.
You should not try to remove a nevus yourself. This is dangerous and ineffective. If it is located too close to blood vessels, severe bleeding may occur. Then, with a high degree of probability, the nevus will form again, begin to grow and degenerate into a malignant tumor.
Even accidental injury to moles should be avoided. If the nevus is damaged, it is necessary to treat the wound with an alcohol solution and stop the bleeding by applying a bandage. Then you should visit a doctor.
How to Avoid a Negative Prediction
An unfavorable interpretation of signs associated with the presence of a mole or birthmark on the forehead should not be taken as a final verdict.
Decoding predictions are hints that allow you to analyze your actions and adjust your plans for the future. If you go with the flow and ignore the signs of fate, the likelihood of achieving success in any area tends to zero. You can achieve what you want and solve all problems that arise with the help of perseverance and determination.
Removing moles and spots, aimed at neutralizing negative interpretations, turns out to be ineffective. You should resort to this procedure only in cases where there is a risk of injury or there are medical indications for surgery.
Removal methods
Before the removal procedure, a diagnosis is carried out, during which a dermatologist or oncologist determines the type of nevus. First of all, the doctor carefully examines the mole using a dermatoscope. At this stage, it is possible to determine whether the formation is malignant. In some cases, histological examination by scraping will be required.
Removal methods include:
- radio wave;
- cryofreezing with liquid nitrogen;
- ultraviolet irradiation (photodynamic method);
- cauterization with electric current (electrocoagulation);
- removal using laser.
Surgical intervention in a hospital setting using anesthesia is not excluded. The removal method is chosen by the doctor, taking into account the size, structure and other characteristics of the nevus.
Hardware methods
Before and after removal by cryodestruction
Modern medicine offers hardware methods for removing nevi. They are effective, capable of contact-free removal of growth without affecting the neighboring area. This method is suitable for those who do not want to see scars on their face after removal.
During cryodestruction, the mole is exposed to liquid nitrogen. A needle with a sensor is inserted under the skin. Cold gradually destroys cell membranes. Once the required temperature is reached, the needle is removed. The skin is restored in a short time.
The laser method involves the use of microbeams. Within a few minutes, the laser literally vaporizes the mole. Nearby cells divide under the influence of temperature. The nevus dries completely, and the remaining stain disappears within two weeks.
The electrocoagulation procedure is performed using alternating current. For this purpose there is a special device with an electric current conductor. The formed crust after the procedure disappears after 1-2 weeks.
Surgery
Suture after removing a mole with a scalpel
The surgical method is contact. It is suitable in most cases. With excision there is minimal risk of recurrence, but a noticeable scar remains after surgery. Another disadvantage of the operation is the long healing period. The positive aspects of the method include high efficiency, as well as the removal of all malignant cells the first time.
This method is a complete operation. Initially, the doctor carefully treats the mole and neighboring areas. The patient is given anesthesia, and the nevus is removed using a scalpel. After this, the wound is treated and stitches are applied.
You can also treat nevus at home. Among pharmaceutical drugs, the most effective are Malavit, Superchistotel, Cryopharma, Collomak. Doctors prescribe these drugs when other methods of removal are impossible. However, the treatment period is quite long. The result will be noticeable no earlier than in a month.
Possible complications and precautions
If the tumor is removed incorrectly, the patient faces two possible complications - relapse or malignancy of the birthmark. This usually happens if not all fragments of the mole have been eliminated. Don't forget about possible infection during the healing process. This will make the situation worse.
To prevent such developments, you should trust the removal of pigmentation only to an experienced, qualified doctor.
Before the procedure, it is better to consult with an oncologist. You should not self-medicate before diagnosis. Even though a mole is harmless, the risk of developing dangerous consequences cannot be ruled out.
A mole on the bridge of the nose is a formation that requires special attention. Even if a person is not bothered by a cosmetic defect, one must remember the risk of damage. If such formation occurs, it is better to consult a doctor.
