The "ugly duckling" sign, a dermatological clue, identifies moles that stand out from others in size, shape, color, or ...

Benign moles are noncancerous skin growths. They are typically symmetrical with a rounded shape and a smooth edge. A mole is a small collection of skin cells. It’s also known as a nevus (the plural is ...

Skin tags and moles are different types of skin growths. Skin tags occur on the skin’s surface, while moles tend to have roots and a deeper base. Skin tags are common skin growths that can develop ...

Birthmarks and moles are types of skin markings that are mostly harmless. But because moles may rarely turn into skin cancer (melanoma), it's important to be able to tell these skin issues apart. A ...

Dermatologists say that a timely, in-person visit can be important. Melanoma Monday is the first Monday of National Melanoma Awareness Month, and with it, comes a reminder to prioritize your skin ...

See Table 1 for characteristics of participants interviewed. The route to seeking advice about a mole or help with concerns about skin cancer symptoms was often complex and iterative. Some people ...

Holly has a degree in Medical Biochemistry from the University of Leicester. Her scientific interests include genomics, personalized medicine, and bioethics.View full profile Holly has a degree in ...

Two months after her mom died from melanoma, Theresa Kurtz was stunned to receive her own skin cancer diagnosis. She had one confirmed melanoma and three severely abnormal moles that were on the verge ...

Jensen, associate vice president for research and professor of communication at the University of Utah (the U) as well as a member of the Cancer Control and Population Sciences Program at Huntsman ...

In the quest for flawless skin, many people deal with common yet annoying blemishes like skin tags and moles. Traditional removal methods often involve invasive procedures, which can be costly and ...