What You Need To Know About Red Moles

Moles are just small areas where more pigment cells have accumulated on the skin’s surface. They are not usually painful, may not be removed and are generally no cause for concern except for cosmetics reasons.

However, moles can be embarrassing if located in a prominent position and you want them removed.

Though the exact causes of moles are not known, it is suspected to have a genetic link; i.e. having lots of moles on the skin seems to run in families.

Generally most moles are brown, but there are some that appear red in color. These types of moles are medically known cherry angioma and are mostly found more on the torso rather than on the face or limbs. They are blemishes arising from small blood vessels that supply blood to the skin known as capillaries.

Even though red moles may look alarming, they are no more dangerous than the normal moles. There may be no reason to remove red moles unless they are located on embarrassing parts of the skin that creates a feeling of self-consciousness or if they cause you irritation by rubbing against clothing.

There seems to be a direct link with being exposed to the sun and developing red moles on skin.

Since these types of moles are closely linked to the blood vessels, they usually bleed heavily when cut. If you have red moles on your skin which are causing you embarrassment, do not try to remove these sorts of moles at home on your own, speak to a doctor instead about professional removal.

Most modern techniques of moles removal are quick and painless. Your doctor or dermatologist will advise you on the appropriate treatment for you.

Because there is a strong link between developing red moles and exposure to the sun, it is important to keep out of the sun as much as possible and use a high factor sunscreen.

Even when the temperature is not particularly high, it is important to remember that the sun can still be strong during this weather condition. Therefore wear a sunscreen or moisturizer even on cooler days. This will ensure added sun protection. Avoid sun beds and lying out in the sun. If you are out in the middle of the day, consider wearing a hat as the sun is strongest at this period.

Even though many people get more worried about red moles than ordinary moles, the real cause for this worry is the connection between moles and skin cancer.

Generally, moles are really only of concern when they begin to change in some way because this suggests that the cells are changing into something that may be more alarming, known as malignant melanoma.

When your mole starts to grow, change into a more irregular shape, starts to bleed, or becomes very itchy, report to your doctor for further investigation. Knowing and being familiar with your moles will help you to quickly identify whether the moles are growing or changing.

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