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Clinical Reference Systems: Pediatric Advisor 10.0
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Moles
DESCRIPTION
Moles or nevi are tan, brown, or black spots on the skin.
Most adults have 20 to 30 moles. They first appear around
1 year of age, and we are constantly getting new ones. They
do not fade and they last throughout our lives. In general,
they are harmless.
CALL YOUR CHILD'S PHYSICIAN ABOUT MOLES DURING OFFICE HOURS
IF:
- You want the mole removed for cosmetic purposes.
- The mole is pitch black AND your child was born with it.
- The mole is growing rapidly in size.
- The mole has bled or become an open sore.
- The mole has changed colors (especially to red or blue).
- The surface has become lumpy.
- You have other questions or concerns.
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