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Nevus is the medical term for sharply-circumscribed and chronic lesions of the skin. These lesions are commonly named birthmarks and moles. By definition, nevi are benign. Histologically, nevi are differentiated from lentigos by the presence of nests of melanocytes, which lentigines lack. , Melanocytic nevus : benign proliferation of melanocytes, the skin cells that make the brown pigment melanin. Hence, most nevi are brown to black. They are very common;...


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Has anyone ever heard of a Spitz Nevi, it is a type of skin mole?...
I had a mole removed. It was found to be a Spitz nevi. What I...

Here is a link..it is thought to be an autoimmune disease (your body is attacking itself).. http://www.dermatologychannel.net/moles/spitznevus.shtml It might be in one of these books..not sure... 3 books on disease symptoms and treatments you...

Asked by nick_shann - 17 months ago

Does dysplastic nevi or an atypical mole usually turn into melanoma?
I have one on my back and am REALY scared. REALLY* Typo

Any mole can turn in to melanoma. Have it looked after to ease your mind - or have an MD place a watch on it and if it changes shape/color...

Asked by -doozer- - 8 months ago


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