Moles on the head are not uncommon. Even if they are quite large in size, they are hidden under the hair and do not pose an aesthetic problem. However, when visiting a hairdresser, even a small mole can cause discomfort. It’s good if the hairdresser is your own and trusted, most likely he already knows where all the moles are and delicately avoids traumatizing them. Unfortunately, it is not always possible to find such a master. And so, when once again a mole in the hair is touched by simple combing, its owner (or owner) thinks about removing it.
What should I do? Will you have to shave your entire head first and then, after removal, walk around with receding hairline?? Let's deal with this and other difficult questions.
Moles, what are they?
The classification of this type of pigmentation depends on color and size. Dimensional nevi are most often congenital. They have the property of increasing with age. Due to their unattractive appearance, it is recommended to remove them.
The birth of convex moles occurs under the skin, and over time they protrude quite strongly on its surface. They look like hemispheres. Most often, hard hairs form on them. It is important to remember that a large formation located in the hair is easy to injure.
What moles can be on the head? In addition to the convex ones described above, they can also be of the flat type. By the way, they are found more often than others and are practically safe. They are not afraid of ultraviolet radiation and external factors. Education data is not deleted.
Moles and birthmarks in the parietal region
If there are spots located in the parietal region, this indicates the extraordinary intelligence of their owner. Such people are resourceful, prone to philosophical reflection, and have various esoteric abilities. It is easier for them to go into their own world and dive deeper into it than others.
If you have a talent for public speaking, it will not be difficult for a person to convey all his brilliant ideas to the masses. The owner of all the listed qualities will always succeed in everything he has in mind; he will not be able to go unnoticed. The area of creativity will not make any difference, people achieve their goals much faster, and are able to involve many people along the way.
Under control
Protruding nevi of blue and blue-violet color, with a dense structure, should be observed by doctors.
The rarest type is a hanging mole, scientifically called a hemangioma, which can be vascular or non-vascular. It looks like a wart papilla.
General information
A warty nevus is a benign skin formation. It consists of new cells, which contain large amounts of pigment such as melanin.
The word "nevus" is of Latin origin naevus. Translated into Russian it sounds like “mole”.
In general, there are many different types of skin spots (birthmarks). They can be congenital, that is, noticeable from the first days of life, or acquired, that is, they appear a little later. The classification of such formations is very extensive. However, the most common of them are: papillomatous (or warty nevus of the scalp), intradermal and dysplastic.
Is there any danger?
People are concerned about the question: are there dangerous moles on the head? I would like to immediately note that those moles that grow in the hair pose virtually no danger. They remain unchanged throughout human life, except that they grow a little.
If the nevus has a papillomassator, then from time to time crusts appear on it, which fall off on their own. This phenomenon is normal for them. A mole that does not become wet, does not bleed, does not change color or size is harmless.
Causes of moles
The mechanism of the appearance of birthmarks has not been fully studied, but it is known for sure that such formations are formed as a result of excess content of the melanin pigment.
Also, the appearance of moles is the result of uncontrolled cell division, which the immune system cannot cope with on its own.
There are also some additional factors that provoke the appearance of birthmarks:
- excessive sun exposure;
- frequent visits to the solarium;
- hormonal disorders;
- X-ray and radiation exposure;
- genetic predisposition;
- pathological changes in the functioning of internal organs and systems;
- skin aging;
- repeated injury to the epidermis.
Nevi can change throughout life: grow, change color, shape, sometimes disappear completely or appear in a new place. And it is important not to miss the appearance of dangerous signs of their degeneration into a malignant tumor.
Should I delete or not?
Is it possible to remove moles on the head or is it fraught with danger? The doctor, after a full examination, is able to answer this question. Although there are cases when people make decisions themselves.
Today, tumors can be removed in different ways. Surgery involves the use of a scalpel. This removal option is suitable when a lot of melanthacites have accumulated. Most often, a scar remains after surgery.
One of the popular methods is the use of inert gas (liquid nitrogen). With its help, the nevus is frozen and after some time, losing contact with the skin, falls off. In this case, a scar may also remain.
The most reliable and harmless option for removing formations is a laser. With its help, this can be done precisely. In this case, no trace will remain. It is used when the nevus has a white or red tint.
How is removal carried out?
Today, doctors offer several methods for removing moles. The most informative of them from the point of view of subsequent histological examination (for the presence of cancer cells) is cutting out nevi using an ordinary scalpel. But this method is at the same time the most traumatic. Therefore, mole removal is allowed:
- Electric current (electrocoagulation method).
- Laser.
- By radio wave method.
In order for the removed mole to be examined, the doctor during the operation should not evaporate it with a laser beam or the Surgitron device, but cut it off by separating it from the skin (with minimal capture of the surrounding healthy tissue - 1-3 mm). So you can cut off a nevus using an electrocoagulator loop.
Should you be afraid of a mole on your head?
After detecting a neoplasm, you must try to determine its type. So, if it is dark or light brown and does not cause any unpleasant or painful sensations, then you can relax, it is safe.
It is more practical to remove the convex one, since it can be injured during head care. Irregularly shaped, rapidly growing, causing discomfort, it is advisable to have it examined by a specialist.
Why are red moles dangerous?
The scientific term for a red mole is angioma. If the nevus is formed from lymphatic vessels, then its medical name is lymphangioma. True angioma comes in two types: simple and cavernous.
Very often, the appearance of a small red mole goes unnoticed. This inattention can subsequently lead to tumor growth. A red mole can sometimes disappear on its own, but if this does not happen, you should definitely consult a doctor. Although such neoplasms rarely degenerate into a malignant tumor, their treatment should not be left to chance.
Another danger is that with mechanical damage, these neoplasms can cause bleeding, since in essence they are a blood bundle. This problem is especially relevant for people who have red moles located on the scalp and are susceptible to injury during combing, drying and cutting their hair.
The appearance of red single or multiple neoplasms on the head may indicate dysfunction of the hormonal system, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, or age-related changes. This type of nevi needs to be closely monitored. If a red mole has increased in size or you notice a massive accumulation of red nevi, then you should definitely consult a specialist.
How to prevent scars
The cosmetic defect disappears after the mole is removed. Removal of an unpleasant growth does not always take place without leaving a trace; scars, cicatrices, and spots remain.
The considered methods guarantee the absence of consequences after healing of the damaged area. The exception is surgical intervention. Direct intervention into part of the skin forms a scar that does not go away even after a long time.
To prevent unaesthetic stains, the following factors are taken under control:
- if possible, choose an alternative to surgery;
- control the stage of disinfection of adjacent skin during nevus removal;
- pay attention to the duration of wound healing, additionally check the area of the head with sensitive skin (back of the head, crown, ear).
If the scars do not heal over a long period, medications and correction procedures are used.
| Means | Interpretation | Operating principle |
| Hyaluronidase | Enzymes that can break down hyaluronic acid. | Destruction of hyaluronic acid. |
| Corticosteroids | Hormones produced by the adrenal cortex. | Local exposure (ointment, lotion) or intravenous injections increase the permeability of connective tissue. |
| Longidaza | Compound of hyaluronidase and polyoxidonium (immunostimulant). | Relieves inflammation and redness. |
| Grinding | Cosmetological procedure. | Laser exposure. |
Each method will slowly lead to the desired result of getting rid of the scar. Scars should not increase in size. This symptom indicates possible complications.
