What is an Atypical Mole?

An Atypical Mole differs from more commonly recognised moles, usually in size, colour and the degree to which skin pigmentation is uniform throughout the mole area.

Symptoms:

Although Moles themselves may not present any immediate inherent risk to a person, they may be an indicator of the risk of melanoma or other types of skin cancers.

Causes of Atypical Moles:

Atypical Moles are usually caused by exposure to sunlight or genetic disposition, or in some cases a combination of both.

How are Atypical Moles diagnosed?

Atypical Moles are usually assessed visually by a skin specialist and are checked against a range of characteristics to determine the risk they present.

How are they treated?

Treatment depends on the state of the mole and the stage that it has developed. In some cases, removal of the mole is necessary to avoid the risk of it becoming a melanoma.