Moles and skin tags are skin growths that appear for different reasons. While both are usually harmless, one carries a higher risk for cancer than the other. Read on to find out what moles and skin ...

Learn why hairy moles occur, how to remove hair from a mole, and when to see a doctor.

Many Americans are unaware of how high the risk is of developing skin cancers, but skin cancer is the No. 1 most common type of cancer in the U.S. About one in five Americans will develop skin cancer ...

Birthmarks and moles are types of skin markings that are mostly harmless. But because moles may rarely turn into skin cancer (melanoma), it's important to be able to tell these skin issues apart. A ...

A mole is an unwanted skin growth. It usually looks like a flat or raised bump that’s the color of your skin or darker. Most people get moles as a teenager or adult. Some moles are present at birth.

My 36-year-old sister recently noticed an unusual mole on her shoulder. She is scheduled for some tests. Her primary care ...