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== Symptoms ==
There are several different types of moles, called “nevus” (singular) or “nevi” (plural) in the medical community. These include:
*Congenital moles. These appear on the body at birth or shortly after birth. Congenital moles can range in size, shape, and color, though they often are tan, brown, or black. Hair may grow from the mole. Approximately 1 out of every 100 babies has a congenital mole (or more than one) at birth.
*Large or giant congenital moles. These rare moles appear at birth but are much bigger in size than a typical mole. Large moles can be 7 inches or larger and giant moles can grow larger than 15 inches, but may not be that big when your child is born. These moles can grow as your child grows. These moles increase the risk for melanoma and other health conditions.
*Acquired moles. These appear after birth and throughout one’s life. These moles may appear in areas more frequently exposed to sunlight. These moles are very common, and you may develop several of them over the course of your life. Those with fairer skin may end up with between 10 and 40 of these moles in their lifetime.
*Spitz nevus. These moles are raised and round. They can be many colors, including pink, red, tan, or brown, or even a mixture of colors. You don’t need to worry about these moles generally, and they occur most often in older children and teens.
== Home remedies ==