The mole is scratched

Usually on the skin, with the exception of color, birthmarks are not distinguished and there is no discomfort, except aesthetic, in some cases, is not delivered. Therefore, people do not pay attention to them. But if the mole begins to itch, hurt or cause unpleasant sensations, it means that it is worth to be vigilant. Minor symptoms at first glance may be the first signs of a serious illness.

Why is it a mole?

The reasons why a mole can begin to itch is not much:

1. The effect of external stimuli. These may include tight uncomfortable clothing, clothing made of synthetic materials, permanent contact of the birthmark with seams, resulting in skin rubbing. Convex birthmarks located in places where there is a high likelihood of their trauma (on the neck, under the armpits, on the waist, on the fingers), doctors recommend to remove.
2. Inflammatory process as a result of cuts, scratches and other micro-traumas of the skin. In this case, not only the itching, but also redness, and soreness can be observed.
3. Allergic reactions to cosmetics. The skin at the location of the moles is often more sensitive to various effects, because the allergy there is manifested in the first place.
4. Exposure to a large dose of ultraviolet.
5. Rebirth of a birthmark in malignant formation ( melanoma ).

Signs of dangerous and non-dangerous mice

Despite the fact that moles can develop into skin cancer, prematurely panic and run to the doctor at the slightest discomfort is not worth it. First of all, you need to carefully examine the itching mole or, if it is on your back, ask someone to do it from your relatives.

Migrants are considered to be non-dangerous:

• look like an ordinary spot on the skin;
• monochromatic (from light brown to dark brown);
• not more than 0.5 cm in size;
• on the place of their placement the skin looks normal, the hairs grow.

Suspicious moles are considered if:

• begin to increase markedly in size;
• acquire vague, vague outlines;
• the relief of the skin changes, the hairs fall out;
• begin to protrude above the skin;
• there is peeling, burning, soreness of the skin;
• inflame and bleed;
• crusts and ulcers are formed;
• there are color changes (sharp blanching, darkening, up to black color);
• around the birthmark is a clear redness.

Such symptoms, especially if there are several, require the use of a dermatologist, the delivery of tests to check the hormonal background (a frequent reason for the increase in the number and size of moles), and later, perhaps, the oncologist, as they may be signs of melanoma.

What if it's a mole?

If there is an itch in the place of the mole:

1. You can not comb the itching mole.
2. To remove the itching, you can treat the surface with a solution of vinegar.
3. If the skin itches and flakes, it must be regularly treated with moisturizers.
4. If you suspect of allergies, take an antiallergic drug and lubricate the troubling area with antihistamine ointment.
5. If the mole not only itches, but also has reddened, most likely it is a question of the brought infection. In this case, it is necessary to treat the mole with an antiseptic solution (alcohol, tincture of calendula, Chlorhexidine), and if there is a visible trauma - prizhech iodine.
6. In the future, for treatment, ointments containing zinc and salicylic acid, as well as antibiotics, can be used.

Self-treatment of possible inflammation should not be continued for longer than 5-7 days. If during this time the improvement does not come, then it is necessary to see the doctor.