What’s the difference between freckles, sunspots and moles?
A big freckle or a sunspot? A flat mole or a dark freckle? Here’s how to tell the difference between the three – and when to ...
8 Things to Know About Mole Removal: A Dermatologist’s Perspective
Moles are small skin growths that can develop on any part of the body. While they are usually harmless, some people opt to have them removed for aesthetic purposes or […] ...
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Is that mole melanoma? How to tell if a mole is cancerous or not
This layer contains cells, called melanocytes, that create the pigment that gives your skin its color. Melanoma occurs when these cells grow out of control. An estimated 100,640 melanomas will be ...
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How to check your moles, reduce your risk of melanoma and when to see a medical professional
A mole should remain a consistent size. If your mole continues to grow over more than a month, speak to your doctor. “Moles can develop on any area of your skin, so you should check yourself ...
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This Pantry Staple Is the Secret to Preventing Ground Moles (and You Already Own It)
Spring is a busy season for yard work—and it's also go-time for ground moles, who often take advantage of the soft, moist soil to start forming their underground tunnels. That means a ground mole ...
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Mole Day
Celebrated annually on October 23 from 6:02 a.m. to 6:02 p.m., Mole Day commemorates "Avogadro's Number": 6.02 x 10 23. This number--called a mole--is a basic measuring unit in chemistry. Mole Day ...