Everybody gets moles, even people who routinely use sunscreen.
Moles can appear on any area of the body, from the scalp to the
face, chest, arms, legs, groin, even between fingers and toes
and on the bottom of the feet. Not all moles are related to sun
exposure. Many people inherit the tendency to develop moles and
may have a family history of melanoma , so it’s important to
know your family history. People with certain skin types,
especially fair skin, and those who spend a great deal of time
outdoors, whether for work or pleasure, may be more likely to
develop dangerous moles. Children may be born with a mole
(congenital) or develop one in early childhood. They may
continue to develop moles into adulthood. It’s most important to
watch for changes in the shape, color or size of a mole. Look
especially at moles with irregular shapes, jagged borders,
uneven color and redness. I begin checking children’s moles at
their early checkups and point out any I want parents to be
aware of and watch closely. I note all