Moles on the head hair

Some people believe that a mole on her head in her hair - it's dangerous, but also found the mole, the existence of which their owner did not even realize.

Moles or nevi may appear on different parts of the human body. This neoplasm, stand out on the skin its color and structure.

Not infrequently the appearance of moles on the head. These birthmarks can cause discomfort and is easily damaged due to external impacts.

Causes of moles on the head

A factor that causes color nevi, is the high content of melanin in the upper part of the skin.

This feature can result from several causes:

• a weakened immune system;
• genetic predisposition;
• severe sensitivity to UV and sun exposure;
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• birth defect;
• skin diseases;
• hormonal organism fails (happens during the teenage adjustment organism or pregnancy);
• damage to the skin.

Such factors causing the appearance of nevi may occur throughout a person's lifeEven in old age, so should be alert to the emergence of tumors.

Types of moles that appear on her head in her hair

Nevi can be divided into several groups according to the different characteristics.

On the origin of these tumors can be divided into 2 types:

• birth - disorders result from dividing melanocytes at the stage of development of the fetus in utero;
• purchased - are the result of external impact on the skin excess amount of ultraviolet rays.

If we talk about the structure of moles, there are the following groups:

• vascular - occur as a result of growth and close arrangement of several vessels typically have a reddish or bluish tinge;
• nonvascular - are due to significant number of melanocytes exhibit dark coloration;
• flat - common nevi, they are not damaged due to external impact and, as a rule, do not cause any discomfort holder;
• convex - slightly raised above the skin surface and have the form of a hemisphere; have such a mole on her head in her hair - it is dangerous, because they are very easy to hurt, so they are experts usually advise to remove;
• Hanging - rarely appear in the head, is a head connecting with the skin a kind of foot; due to the high likelihood of damage to the best one will delete them.

For its size nevi are divided into:

• small - diameter of not more than 1.5 cm;
• average - 1.5-10 cm;
• big - diameter of more than 10 cm;
• giant - occupy more than half of the skin of the head.

What are moles on the head are safe

In most cases, the mole on the head - it is benign tumors that do not pose any danger owner.

The most safe in this respect, flat nevus nonvascular diameter not exceeding 0.5 cm. These birthmarks do not require any special care and attention.

Any mole on his head in her hair - it can be dangerous if they start to deliver its owner discomfort.

Moles in the hair on his head, requiring specialist advice

Nevi on the head - it is not just a visual defect, but a phenomenon that requires careful attention and careful handling.

Direct indication for handling medical advice to the person skilled in the presence of a large convex hair, and even more moles of suspension. Such education can be very easy to hurt when combing or shampooing.

The main problem of these moles is that they can easily degenerate into a malignant neoplasm or melanomaSuccessful treatment of which is possible mainly in the initial stages.

These tumors develop rapidly and metastasize to other organs, which in a few months can result in death.

It's important to know! Often the cause of the degeneration of nevus are various injuries that provoke negative processes.

That is why moles, towering above the surface of the skin and have larger dimensions require referral to a specialist and a decision on their removal.

Dangerous to resort to methods of removing moles popular color in the hair, it can cause damage and degeneration.

Also, do not close like education plaster, as the greenhouse effect, too, can trigger unwanted processes.

How to treat a birthmark on his head

Moles in the hair requires careful handling.

There are a few simple rules, the observance of which is able to minimize the risk of damage to tumors on the head:

• Do not use cosmetics containing solids which may cause mechanical skin lesions (scrubs, peels), as well as shampoos and mask, which include highly active chemical substances;
• Avoid blow-drying in this region of the skin;
• Do not scrape or scratch the head with sharp objects, carefully use bobby pins and hairpins;
• If the mole is still damaged, it must be treated with hydrogen peroxide, to stop the bleeding in the event of severe damage - seek medical advice;
• Closely monitor the moles and the appearance of any change to see a doctor.

Be careful! Microtrauma moles are not dangerous in themselves, it is important to prevent the entry of infection and inflammation.

Signs of rebirth moles

Allocate 5 main signs of the degeneration of a mole, the occurrence of which requires urgent medical attention:

• The appearance of asymmetry - in the normal state, if the mole mentally divided in half - the two parts should be identical;
• Color change - redness or darkening of the nevus is an alarming symptom. The normal color of a mole should be uniform and unchanging;
• rough edges - benign tumors have clear smooth boundary;
• resizing - if the mole grows in size or becomes convex plane, you should immediately consult a specialist;
• The appearance of discomfort - pain, itching, peeling, bleeding. In the normal state of affairs, the nevus should not cause discomfort.

Important to remember! Even the occurrence of one of these features is the reason for seeking medical advice.

Do I need to remove moles on the head in your hair when it's dangerous

Very often the question arises - to remove moles or not. The decision should be taken only after consultation with a specialist.

There are several indications for removal of nevi:

• appearance of degeneration processes moles in malignancy;
• convex or hanging form moles, as it is easy to injure in the home;
• to find a mole in a place where it is constantly mechanical action;
• cosmetic defect, causing discomfort to the owner of a mole;
• the emergence of large moles have a child, because children can not comply with the necessary precautions.

Methods for removing moles on the head hair	Features
Surgical	Allows you to send the tissue for histological examination and find out are the generation of hazardous or not.
laser	The most gentle method, does not leave traces.
Using liquid nitrogen	Is carried out in several passes, leaves no residue.
electrocautery	Performed using high frequency current can cause discomfort after the procedure.
radiowave	Gentle, non-contact method using radio waves.

Any tumors in the head require careful and respect.

It is important to follow the simple rules to reduce the risk of injury and moles of adverse effects. Any change in nevus or the occurrence of unpleasant sensations - a reason for an immediate visit to the doctor.

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