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Benign Pigmented Lesions
Benign pigmented lesions are areas or patches on the skin that are pigmented caused by increased production of melanin in the skin, caused by aging, sun exposure or hormonally induced. Almost everyone has at least some kind of pigmented lesion, whether they are freckles, birthmarks, sun spots or other benign lesions. A mole is a flat spot or raised lump on the skin. They vary in size and are usually darker than the skin although they can be pink colored. Moles are more common in lighter skinned people and typically have a hereditary basis. Many birth marks are flat moles. Fortunately, most moles are benign and harmless. Occasionally, however, one can become cancerous. Excessive sun exposure or a history of skin cancer in the family increases your risk of getting skin cancer. Benign skin lesions can also appear in the neck and chest (poikiloderma of Civatte). Melasma is another condition which can be treated and controlled. Another type of skin lesion is Seborrheic keratosis is a brown raised waxy spot that has a characteristic "stuck-on" appearance.
Remember that a benign skin lesion may mimic a skin cancer so check for the following:
- A change in color, or if it has an uneven color or pigmentation. This includes the appearance of a halo around the mole.
- An increase in size, especially a sudden increase.
- Change in shape or thickness or development of an irregular border.
- The surface of the mole may become rough, scaly or crusty.
- Bleeding or oozing.
- Itching, tenderness, or any change in sensation.
Proper evaluation by physician is always advisable prior to treatment.
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