Small dark marks on the skin caused by cells in the skin that produce pigment (colour). They are usually brownish, although some may be darker or skin-coloured. Moles can be flat or raised, smooth or rough, and some have hair growing from them. Moles are usually circular or oval in shape with a smooth edge.
Diagnostic excision
A lesion and a small amount of normal looking skin around it is removed. Stitches are used. You will typically have a straight-line scar that
