When a Mole Becomes an Issue

Normally, moles are completely harmless and shouldn’t need any care. In certain cases, a mole may change in shape, size, color, or texture, and that’s when additional care is needed. Changes in your mole could be a sign of cancer and needs to be treated as soon as possible. Dr. Trent Massengale at Atlas Dermatology in Baton Rouge and Prairieville, LA, can explain when a mole becomes an issue and when you should visit your dermatologist.

When a Mole Becomes an Issue

It’s important that if you have moles, you’re keeping an eye on them for any changes or irregularities. When you start noticing any changes, you should visit your dermatologist in Baton Rouge and Prairieville, LA, as soon as possible to get your mole checked and make sure that there aren’t any serious issues affecting you.

There are some common issues that you should be looking for when you’re checking your moles. The most common signs are that your mole has become asymmetrical, the edges of the mole are irregular, the color isn’t the same throughout the mole, your mole is larger than 6 millimeters, or your mole is different from your other moles. It’s also important that you note if you have a sudden increase in how many moles you have.

The sooner an issue is detected, the easier it may be to treat. You should visit your dermatologist for a biopsy and make sure that it hasn’t evolved into anything severe. You should be checking your entire body on a monthly basis, and even check areas that aren’t exposed to the sun.

Contact Your Dermatologist Today!

Don’t let an irregular mole go unexamined or unnoticed! Contact Dr. Trent Massengale at Atlas Dermatology in Baton Rouge and Prairieville, LA, to find out when a mole is something you should worry about. Call for more information today at (225) 313-4560 for the office in Baton Rouge, LA, and (844) 313-4560 for the office in Prairieville, LA.

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