Moles
Dermaporium provides mole checks and dermoscopic assessment to identify suspicious changes and guide monitoring or removal where appropriate.
Moles are common collections of pigment-producing cells. Most are harmless and remain stable, but a new or changing mole can occasionally be a sign of melanoma. Knowing what is normal for your skin makes it easier to recognise a lesion that deserves attention.
When should a mole be checked?
Acne develops through a combination of blocked pores, excess oil, inflammation, bacteria and hormonal or genetic influences. Skin-care products, medication and lifestyle factors may also contribute. Dr De Jager will assess the type and severity of acne, previous treatments, skin sensitivity and the risk of scarring before recommending care.
Signs or concerns may include
- A mole changing in size, shape, colour or height
- A new dark lesion that looks unlike your other moles
- Bleeding, crusting, persistent itching or tenderness
- A mole on the nail, palm, sole or another difficult-to-monitor area
Treatment at Dermaporium
Dr De Jager may use dermoscopy to examine structures beneath the skin surface. Depending on the findings, a mole may be photographed and monitored or removed for laboratory analysis. Suspicious moles should be removed by an appropriate medical procedure and sent for histology, rather than treated cosmetically.
