Moles: What They Are, Causes, Types & Examination
A mole on your skin is also known as a nevus, or a beauty mark. It is very common to have moles and most are harmless. A rare complication is melanoma.| Cleveland Clinic
A mole on your skin is also known as a nevus, or a beauty mark. It is very common to have moles and most are harmless. A rare complication is melanoma.| Cleveland Clinic
Dermatologists are medical doctors who specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and conditions of the skin, hair, nails and mucus membrane.| Cleveland Clinic
Melanoma is the most deadly type of skin cancer. It's very treatable if caught early and your risk can be lowered by protecting your skin from the sun.| Cleveland Clinic
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Nearly all skin cancer can be cured if it’s caught and treated early. Learn more about what skin cancer looks like.| Cleveland Clinic
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