Normal nevi (moles) are usually light brown and regular in color and shape. Nevi (moles) are made up of "nests" of pigment-producing cells in the skin. This image displays the brown color typical of nevi. This image displays a normal nevus (mole).
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Mole (Nevus)  A parent's guide for infants and babies

Picture of Mole (Nevus): Normal nevi (moles) are usually light brown and regular in color and shape. Divider line
Normal nevi (moles) are usually light brown and regular in color and shape.
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Who's At Risk
Moles are seen in all populations and ages. Congenital melanocytic (cells that produce melanin, or the pigment that gives skin its color) moles are present in approximately 1% of all newborns. These are further classified by size: small and giant. Small (2 cm in diameter) congenital melanocytic moles are usually seen on the lower torso, upper back, shoulders, and chest. Giant (20 cm in diameter) congenital melanocytic moles are less common and are usually seen on the back.

Acquired nevi commonly appear between the ages of 10 and 30.
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Last Modified: 22 Dec 2008
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