Moles are formed due to the accumulation of high density pigment cells on the skin. Some moles appear at birth, others develop through adulthood Healthline (America).
If the mole grows back after removal, you need to monitor it and see a dermatologist
However, there are moles that are cancerous or can become cancerous. Moles that are cancerous will have an irregular border, an unusual color, or grow unusually large. If the mole is suspected to be skin cancer, the sufferer should visit a doctor as soon as possible for timely diagnosis and treatment.
One of the most common reasons people want to remove moles is because of the cosmetic factor. Mole removal surgery is a common medical procedure that can be performed easily by a dermatologist.
The most commonly used methods to treat moles are excision, scraping or laser therapy. Before the procedure, the doctor will use medicine to numb the area around the mole. This will help reduce pain and discomfort for patients, according to the non-profit Cleveland Clinic (USA).
Some moles that are removed may regrow. In that case, the mole needs to be monitored regularly and checked by a doctor periodically. This is especially important if the mole has any change in shape, size or color. A regrown mole could be skin cancer, but it also might not.
If a mole is suspected to be skin cancer, the patient should visit a doctor as soon as possible for timely diagnosis and treatment.
There are many reasons why moles can grow back after removal. The first cause is that some of the mole's tissue has not been completely removed and treated. That leftover tissue has the ability to regenerate and grow back into a new mole.
The likelihood of a mole reappearing also depends on the method of treatment and the characteristics of the mole. For example, surgical removal will completely remove both the top and the layer of cells below the skin of the mole. Therefore, the chances of a mole growing back are relatively low.
Meanwhile, the method of removing moles by using a medical knife to scrape the surface layer of the mole will increase the risk of mole regrowth. This is because cells in the deeper layers of the skin remain and can grow back into a new mole.
To reduce the risk of a mole returning after removal, the person needs to follow the care procedures recommended by a dermatologist. For example, the area of skin that has just been removed from a mole needs to be kept dry for at least 24 to 48 hours after surgery. Regularly change the bandage, wash the wound with soap, limit sun exposure, according to Healthline.
