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    • What is a nevus?
      Nevus (plural: nevi) is the medical term for a mole. Nevi are very common. Most people have between 10 and 40. Common nevi a… See more

    Common types of nevi

    Congenital nevus
    A congenital nevus is a mole that you’re born with. They’re generally categorized as being small, medium, or giant in size. They vary in colo… See more

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    How are they diagnosed?

    If you’re unsure of what type of nevus you have, it’s best to have your doctor or dermatologist … See more

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    How are they treated?

    Most moles are harmless and don’t require treatment. However, if you have a mole that’s cancerous or could become cancerous, you’ll likely need to have it removed. Y… See more

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    When to see a doctor

    Skin cancer is easiest to treat when it’s caught early. It’s important to know what to look for so you can recognize the signs early on.
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    The bottom line

    Nevi come in many shapes and sizes but most of them are harmless. Still, it’s important to keep an eye on your moles because changes could indicate a problem. If you’re wo… See more

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    ne·vus
    [ˈnēvəs]
    noun
    naevus (noun) · naevi (plural noun) · nevus (noun) · nevi (plural noun)
    1. a birthmark or a mole on the skin, especially a birthmark in the form of a raised red patch.
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    late 17th century: from Latin.
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  2. Wikipedia
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    Nevus is a medical term for a visible, chronic skin or mucosa lesion caused by melanocytes. Learn about the different types of nevi, how to distinguish them from other pigmented lesions, and how to treat them.

     
  3. Merriam Webster
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  4. Medical Dictionary
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  5. Medicover Hospitals
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    What does nevus mean?
    Look up nevus or nevi in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. Nevus (pl.: nevi) is a nonspecific medical term for a visible, circumscribed, chronic lesion of the skin or mucosa. The term originates from nævus, which is Latin for "birthmark"; however, a nevus can be either congenital (present at birth) or acquired.

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    What is a nevus melanoma?
    A nevus (plural: nevi) is a skin lesion that results from the proliferation of melanocytes, the cells responsible for producing melanin, which gives skin its color. Nevi can vary significantly in size, shape, and colour, and while most are benign, some can develop into malignant melanoma, a type of skin cancer.

    Nevus: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment - Medicover Hospitals

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    Why is the term 'nevus' non-specific in medicine?
    The term 'nevus' is non-specific in medicine because it refers to both congenital and acquired lesions, hyper- and hypopigmented lesions, and raised or flat lesions. Nevi can also be found within different depths of the skin layers and originate from various types of cells, such as melanocytic, connective tissue, or vascular cells.

    Nevus/Nevi | Concise Medical Knowledge - Lecturio

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    What is a nevus & what causes it?
    The term nevus is applied to a number of conditions caused by neoplasias and hyperplasias of melanocytes, as well as a number of pigmentation disorders, both hypermelanotic (containing increased melanin, the pigment responsible for skin color) and hypomelanotic (containing decreased melanin).

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    Is a nevus a mole?
    Melanocytes are the cells in the skin that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin and hair colour. Most nevi are harmless and commonly called moles, though the term nevus includes various pigmented and non-pigmented growths. What is the difference between a nevus and a mole?

    Nevus - MyPathologyReport.ca

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    What is an eye nevus?
    An eye nevus, also called an eye freckle, may be present at birth or develop later. The nevus is usually a spot of color that can appear on the sclera, in the iris or at the back of your eye. Most are harmless, but some may be precancerous. What are eye freckles? Eye freckles, also called nevi, are colored growths on the surface of the eye.

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    Nevus - MyPathologyReport.ca

    Nov 18, 2024 · A nevus (plural: nevi) is a medical term used to describe a growth or spot on the skin that develops from melanocytes. Melanocytes are the cells in the skin that produce melanin, the pigment responsible for skin and hair colour.

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    Definition of nevus - NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms

    A benign (not cancer) growth on the skin that is formed by a cluster of melanocytes (cells that make a substance called melanin, which gives color to skin and eyes). A nevus is usually dark and may be raised from the skin.

  9. BMJ Best Practice
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  10. Epocrates
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    Nevi - Symptoms, Causes, Images, and Treatment Options

  11. Yale Medicine
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  12. Verywell Health
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    Is a Nevus Going to Develop Into Skin Cancer?

    Jun 15, 2024 · A nevus is a benign (non-cancerous) melanocytic tumor, more commonly called a mole. Will it develop into an issue? Find out.

  13. OpenMD
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  15. Lecturio
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    Nevus/Nevi | Concise Medical Knowledge - Lecturio

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  17. PubMed
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    What is a nevus? A proposed definition of a common medical term

  18. The Free Dictionary
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  19. American Academy of Ophthalmology
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    Nevus (Eye Freckle) - American Academy of Ophthalmology

  20. BMJ Best Practice
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    Nevi - Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment | BMJ Best Practice

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  21. Cleveland Clinic
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    Eye Freckle (Nevus): Types, Causes & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic

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