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Mole check
Moles are small, coloured growths on the skin, that can occur at birth or can be acquired during the lifetime. Moles are usually harmless, unless it begins to change over time, indicating the presence of an underlying health condition such as cancer. Whether it be for medical purposes or aesthetic reasons, many choose to have the moles removed.
Some commonly recommended treatment options include:
- Surgery
- Laser treatment
Does my child need to have his/her moles checked by a dermatologist?
Most children do not need to have their moles checked regularly as moles in children are usually harmless. Sometimes, a child may need to see a dermatologist for a skin examination. Some possible reasons include
- Children with large congenital moles should have their moles checked regularly.
- Children with multiple moles (more than 50) or a family history of melanoma
- Children with a changing mole, or bleeding or non-healing lesion
- If a new mole is irregular or contains different colours
- Children with genetic conditions that predispose them to a higher risk of skin cancers
- Children who have had another childhood cancer
What happens during a mole check for my child?
A parent can accompany young children during their skin examination. Before the examination, a consultation will be performed during which parents can highlight any lesion or mole that they may be worried about. Risk factors are also assessed.
All parts of the skin including the scalp are examined during the mole check. An instrument called dermatoscopy is usually used to examine the moles in greater detail.
If this is your first mole check, counselling on how to reduce the risk of skin cancer in future is also carried out.
DISCLAIMER:
The information written and published on this website is not intended to substitute the recommendations of a trained professional and does not replace a professional consultation.
It is advisable to undergo a formal consultation to help establish a relationship between the doctor and yourself, accurately determine your concerns/problems, and get the appropriate treatments for them.
It is also imperative to note that the contents of the website with respect to treatments, results and pricing can vary from individual to individual, and can only be accurately determined by the doctor upon diagnosis.
Do note that all medical treatments will only be administered upon proper consultation, with the requirement that patients be above 21 years of age to provide legal consent.
