What is a congenital nevus?
I'll answer
Earn 20 gold coins for an accepted answer.20
Earn 20 gold coins for an accepted answer.
40more
40more
Jackson Cooper
Works at Apple, Lives in Cupertino, CA
Hello, I'm a dermatologist with a focus on skin conditions and disorders. Let's dive into the topic of congenital nevi.
A congenital nevus is a type of mole that is present at birth or appears shortly after birth. It's a pigmented lesion that can vary in size, color, and shape. These nevi are classified based on their size into three categories: small (less than 1.5 cm), medium (1.5 to 19.9 cm), and large (greater than 20 cm). Congenital nevi are more likely to develop into melanoma, a type of skin cancer, especially the larger ones. It's important to monitor these moles for any changes in size, shape, or color, and to consult with a dermatologist if any changes are noted.
A congenital nevus is a type of mole that is present at birth or appears shortly after birth. It's a pigmented lesion that can vary in size, color, and shape. These nevi are classified based on their size into three categories: small (less than 1.5 cm), medium (1.5 to 19.9 cm), and large (greater than 20 cm). Congenital nevi are more likely to develop into melanoma, a type of skin cancer, especially the larger ones. It's important to monitor these moles for any changes in size, shape, or color, and to consult with a dermatologist if any changes are noted.
reply(1)
Helpful(1122)
Helpful
Helpful(2)
Works at Microsoft, Lives in Redmond, WA
Congenital nevi are moles that are present at birth. These birthmarks have a slightly increased risk of becoming skin cancer depending on their size. Larger congenital nevi have a greater risk of developing skin cancer than do smaller congenital nevi.
2023-04-10 14:04:02
Ethan Hall
QuesHub.com delivers expert answers and knowledge to you.
Congenital nevi are moles that are present at birth. These birthmarks have a slightly increased risk of becoming skin cancer depending on their size. Larger congenital nevi have a greater risk of developing skin cancer than do smaller congenital nevi.
