Overview of Skin Tag And Mole Removal
CRYOTHERAPY
Moles are common, and an adult will have
around 30 moles on average. While most of these moles will be harmless and not
caused by skin cancer, in certain cases a mole will need to be removed for a variety
of different reasons.
Non-melanoma skin cancer
Non-melanoma
skin cancer is a common type of skin cancer that arises in the upper layers of the skin. As a
result, basal cell carcinoma, often called a rodent ulcer, commonly occurs on
the face and can present as a lump or area of skin discolouration typically on
the temple, forehead cheeks and nose.
Causes of skin cancer on the face
The
main cause of non-melanoma skin cancer is
exposure of the skin to ultraviolet radiation. The main source of UV radiation is
the sun, but it can also come from artificial tanning sunbeds or sun lamps.
Reasons to consider removal of facial moles
If a
mole on your face has changed recently or has suspicious features, then your GP
will arrange referral to a plastic surgeon or dermatologist who has a special
interest in skin cancer.
o Has
increased in size
o Has
changed in colour
o Is
greater than 7mm in size
o Has an
irregular shape
o Has an
irregular colour
o Is
inflamed or oozing
Although
the majority of moles on the face that present with these clinical signs will
not be cancerous, a small proportion will contain malignant cells and may
require further treatment following initial facial mole removal.
Cosmetic facial mole removal
Facial moles may
also be removed for cosmetic reasons if they are in a prominent place such as
the face or nose, or if they are in a position where they are prone to bleeding
or catching on clothing.
When
choosing a private skin clinic, it is important to select a company that
employs specialist skin cancer nurses and works with consultant skin
cancer specialists who are experts in providing the best cosmetic outcome from any
surgery on the face.
Diagnosing the mole on your face
If you are worried about a mole or other skin
lesion on your face, but not sure whether you require private mole removal, one
option is to book an appointment where your facial mole or skin lesion can be thoroughly examined by a specialist skin cancer
nurse and images can be taken for telemedicine reporting by consultant skin
cancer specialists. You can then be advised whether you require facial mole removal
or not.
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