Those who spent much of the summer months under the sun may find new or changing moles that can sometimes cause concern. While most moles are harmless, some have the potential to become cancerous. As ...

Atypical moles, otherwise known as dysplastic nevi, are known to increase the risk of certain types of skin cancer, namely, melanomas. These cancers are becoming more common all over the world, and ...

Birthmarks and moles are types of skin markings that are mostly harmless. But because moles may rarely turn into skin cancer (melanoma), it's important to be able to tell these skin issues apart. A ...

Seventeen different types of mole participated in the 15th annual "Mole to die for" contest. Photo by Pedro Cota. San Francisco might have had the worst air quality in the world on Friday, but that ...

Skin tags and moles are different types of skin growths. Skin tags occur on the skin’s surface, while moles tend to have roots and a deeper base. Skin tags are common skin growths that can develop ...