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- Nevus: Definition, Common Types, Photos, Diagnosis, and Treatment
What is a nevus? Nevus (plural: nevi) is the medical term for a mole Nevi are very common Most people have between 10 and 40 Common nevi are harmless collections of colored cells
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma - NCI
Another name for a mole is a nevus The plural is nevi What does a common mole look like? A common mole is usually smaller than about 5 millimeters wide (about 1 4 inch, the width of a pencil eraser) It is round or oval, has a smooth surface with a distinct edge, and is often dome-shaped
- Nevus - Wikipedia
The term originates from naevus, which is Latin for "birthmark"; however, a nevus can be either congenital (present at birth) or acquired Common terms (mole, birthmark, beauty mark, etc ) are used to describe nevi, but these terms do not distinguish specific types of nevi from one another
- Nevus (Eye Freckle) - American Academy of Ophthalmology
A nevus (plural: nevi) is a common, colored growth on or in your eye Sometimes called a “freckle of the eye,” it is similar to a mole on your skin
- Moles (melanocytic naevi, pigmented nevi) - DermNet
A melanocytic naevus (American spelling ‘nevus’), or mole, is a common benign skin lesion due to a local proliferation of pigment cells (melanocytes) It is sometimes called a naevocytic naevus or just 'naevus' (but note that there are other types of naevi)
- Moles - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
They often appear as small, dark brown spots that are caused by clusters of pigment-forming cells called melanocytes Most people have 10 to 45 moles that appear during childhood and the teenage years How these moles look may change over time They also may fade over time Most moles are harmless Rarely, they become cancerous
- Is a Nevus Going to Develop Into Skin Cancer? - Verywell Health
A nevus, commonly known as a mole, is usually benign but can sometimes lead to skin cancer like melanoma Regular skin exams by professionals or self-exams can help you spot changes in moles early
- Dysplastic Nevus (Atypical Mole): vs. Melanoma, Stages Removal
Dysplastic nevus (an atypical mole) increases your risk of melanoma Unlike common moles, atypical moles have multiple colors, irregular shapes and ragged borders
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