Background: Melanoma incidence in the UK has doubled over two decades, yet there is conflicting evidence about factors which prompt or delay patients seeking advice. Aim: To explore patient ...

Those who spent much of the summer months under the sun may find new or changing moles that can sometimes cause concern. While most moles are harmless, some have the potential to become cancerous. As ...

Moles, or nevi, are common skin growths arising from pigment-producing cells called melanocytes. While typically forming in childhood and adolescence, new moles may appear in adulthood. However, ...

A mole or a birthmark are natural occurrences on the skin that cannot be avoided or prevented. While mostly benign and harmless, it is still important to differentiate between the two and watch out ...

Our data illuminate patient understanding of moles and skin cancer, as well as the stages people go through from noticing a change in a mole to presenting in primary care with a suspicious pigmented ...