[DOC] [TLE] Atypical mole syndrome and dysplastic nevi: identification of ... - NCBI [PAR] The risk factors for developing melanoma are both genetic and environmental, ... 
Currently, the terms AMS, Dysplastic Nevus Syndrome and Familial Atypical ... 
due to the large variability in the diagnostic criteria employed by different studies. 
... in these unusual areas, the torso is the most common site for dysplastic nevi to
... [DOC] [TLE] Dysplastic Nevi and Melanoma - NCBI - National Institutes of Health [PAR] Subsequently, the term 'dysplastic nevus' (and dysplastic nevus syndrome ... 
There have been numerous debates about the name of these lesions and ... 
Overall, dysplastic nevi were confirmed to be a highly significant risk factor for 
melanoma. .... large nevi are clearly risk markers for melanoma, identifying 
dysplastic nevi... [DOC] [TLE] Melanocytic nevus - Wikipedia [PAR] A melanocytic nevus is a type of lesion that contains nevus cells (a type of 
melanocyte). Some sources equate the term mole with "melanocytic nevus". ... 
Giant pigmented nevus: these large, pigmented, often hairy congenital nevi. ... 
that sunburns and too much time in the sun can increase the risk factors for 
melanoma. [DOC] [TLE] Atypical Moles (Dysplastic Nevi) - SkinCancer.org [PAR] Learn how to identify if a mole is melanoma. ... ATYPICAL MOLES are unusual-
looking benign (noncancerous) moles, also known as dysplastic nevi (the plural 
of nevus, or mole). Atypical ... The higher the number of these moles someone 
has, the higher the risk. ... Privacy Policy  Terms of Use  Corporate Partner 
Policy. [DOC] [TLE] Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma - National ... [PAR] A fact sheet about moles and how some moles may be related to melanoma, the 
... These growths are usually found above the waist on areas exposed to the sun. 
... which get evenly bigger); The mole changes in shape, texture, or height; The 
skin ... (Some doctors use the term "atypical mole" to refer to a dysplastic nevus.)
... [DOC] [TLE] Modern Pathology - Precursors to melanoma and their mimics: nevi ... [PAR] melanocytic nevi; nevi of special sites; genital nevi; acral nevi; dysplastic .... Other 
risk factors for melanoma that have been reported in various .... Difficulties of 
interpretation in these cases may result in some lesions from atypical or unusual 
features of ... The nests tend to be large and variable in size, shape, and position,
... [DOC] [TLE] Moles and Dysplastic Nevi - HelpingYouCare [PAR] of these and other terms related to moles and melanoma are listed in the 
Glossary .... has dysplastic nevi or other risk factors for melanoma gets the 
disease. [DOC] [TLE] Dysplastic Moles - The Skin Center: Board-Certified Dermatologists ... [PAR] The medical term for these unusual moles is dysplastic nevi. ... People who are at 
an increased risk include those who have dysplastic nevi or a very large number 
of ... who has dysplastic nevi or other risk factors for melanoma gets the disease. 
... A simple rule is to avoid the sun or protect your skin whenever your shadow is
... [DOC] [TLE] Melanoma: Risk Factors and Prevention | Cancer.Net [PAR] A risk factor is anything that increases a person's chance of developing cancer. ... 
People with many moles or unusual moles called dysplastic nevi or atypical 
moles ... Dysplastic nevi are large moles that have irregular color and shape. ... 
CDK4, and MITF, have been identified that may lead to melanoma, these are rare 
and... [DOC] [TLE] Melanoma and Other Skin Cancers | Cancer Network [PAR] Nov 1, 2015 ... The lifetime risk of melanoma for Caucasians is 1 in 35 for men and ... These 
noncutaneous melanomas have distinct clinical and ... incidence of melanoma 
and age is unusual in comparison to other common cancers. .... patients with 
relatively few dysplastic nevi (large, irregularly shaped, ... Terms of Service. [DOC] [TLE] Moles Complications - Mayo Clinic [PAR] Factors that increase your risk of melanoma include: Being born with large moles. 
These types of moles are called congenital nevi. ... Having unusual moles. Moles 
that are

Question: A risk factor for melanoma is dysplactic nevi--in Layman's terms, big weird-shaped these
Answer: moles