The birthmark grows

The correct name for a birthmark is a nevus . This formation is a malformation and pigmentation of some parts of the skin, which can occur both before birth and in the process of human life. Nevuses, for the most part, do not carry a threat, even sometimes help emphasize individuality. Dangerous is the situation when the mole rapidly changes or intensively grows. Such transformations may indicate its degeneration into a malignant tumor.

Why does the body grow and grow moles?

The transition of the nevus to the stage of melanoma is not the only reason for its growth. There are also less dangerous factors contributing to the increase in the size of moles:

1. Traumatism. Pigmented spots, located in places of constant friction of the skin about clothing, periodic shaving, hair removal, other mechanical effects, are prone to growth.
2. Ultraviolet radiation. Long exposure to sunlight without the use of creams with SPF and frequent visits to the solarium also provokes the phenomenon in question.
3. Hormonal restructuring. The increase in nevi is characteristic of periods of imbalance between estrogens and androgens, pregnancy, thyroid diseases.
4. Immune diseases. Weakening of the body's defense system often causes changes in skin pigmentation.

Birthmark is growing - does this mean the development of cancer, and what to do in this situation?

As can be seen from the above facts, an increase in nevus in size does not always indicate its degeneration into a cancerous tumor. To clarify the reasons for the growth of education, it is necessary to pay attention to the following nuances:

• symmetry;
• coloring;
• shape of the edges;
• structure.

The primary signs of melanoma is not only an increase in the birthmark, but also a noticeable transformation - the spot acquires an irregular shape, jagged, uneven borders, changes color. Additionally the degenerating nevus becomes denser, bursts, becomes ulcerated, sometimes with bleeding, itches, it hurts when palpation.

If there is any such symptom, urgent measures should be taken, referring to a specialist.

What kind of doctor should I go when changing the shape of a mole and if it grows?

To establish an accurate diagnosis and check the nevus for malignancy, you should visit a dermatologist and oncologist.

A benign mole can be removed. When she is born, the doctor will prescribe appropriate therapy.