Moles, Types of Moles, Treatment for Moles, Water's Edge Dermatology

2024-06-10

Moles are common, and melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, can develop in or near a mole. Early detection is key if a mole changes, see your dermatologist right away.

Almost everyone has a few, and some people develop hundreds. Individuals with light skin tend to have more moles, with the average ranging from 10 to 40. Probably the most important thing to know about moles is that melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, can develop in or near a mole. Some moles increase the risk of developing skin cancer as the following section describes.

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