This image displays a normal nevus (mole). This small reddish-brown, slightly elevated lesion is a benign mole. A mole is seen on the fourth toe, next to a callus caused by wearing ill-fitting shoes. Note that the color and border of the mole are regular. Normal nevi (moles) are usually light brown and regular in color and shape.
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Mole (Nevus)  Information for adults

Picture of Mole (Nevus): This image displays a normal nevus (mole). Divider line
This image displays a normal nevus (mole).
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Overview
A mole (nevus) is a non-cancerous (benign) skin lesion that is made up of the color-producing (pigment-producing) cells of the skin (melanocytes). A mole that is present at birth is referred to as a congenital nevus. A dysplastic nevus (discussed elsewhere) is a mole in which unusual (atypical) growth is noted. Moles (nevi, the plural of nevus) slowly enlarge evenly in all directions. After moles stop growing (stabilize), they may persist or they may become smaller (regress) later in life. Sun exposure and family tendency (heredity) play a role in the development of moles. Moles may sometimes become warm or red in color (inflamed) or irritated by friction from rubbing or contact with rough clothing or by other types of injury.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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