Get the perfect skin without a single speck, perhaps, only through Photoshop. All kinds of birthmarks, freckles, uneven pigmentation, moles - all this forms a real living image of a person, and it would be ridiculous to consider them a definite flaw. But sometimes they cause concern, especially if they have an unusual shape, color, begin to grow or are located in an uncomfortable place. In the eye, a mole may appear just like on the cheek or on the stomach, and this causes legitimate concern. Is it safe enough and is it worth it to fear the consequences?
Types and location of moles on the eye
In common parlance, not only the nevus is called a mole, but also a papilloma, although these are completely different things. They differ not only in appearance but also in origin, although both are related to neoplasms. A dense and elastic speck of dark color is most likely an ordinary nevus, but the papilloma has a loose structure and looks like a soft skin process that accidentally appeared.
If there is a mole in the eye, then this is exactly the nevus, and they differ only in location. If a brown spot is visible on the iris or on the white of the eye, then this is most likely a conjunctival nevus. If the neoplasm is deep and cannot be detected with the naked eye, then it is the nevus of the choroid - it is detected during an ophthalmological examination.
Nevuses and papillomas can be found on the eyelids, the latter often develop with age, hang down, interfere with the review, and with a particularly unsuccessful location can provoke constant lacrimation.
Nevus conjunctiva
The mole in the eye may be located on the iris or on the white of the eye. Nevus on the iris looks like a plot with a different color, it can even look original. Since the pupil, as a rule, is not blocked, this neoplasm does not interfere with vision.
The nevus of the conjunctiva can be pinkish or with a red tint, any shade of brown, sometimes even gray or almost black. In the absence of melatonin, the nevus will be practically invisible and detected only during a special examination or if it suddenly changes color due to changes in hormonal levels or other reasons.
Nevus choroid
If the nevus appears in depth, almost on the fundus or in the region of the so-called equator of the eye, then it can only be detected during examination. If the mole in the eye does not affect the quality of vision and does not suddenly increase, then you can not worry.
Scientists differ on the rarity of the nevus of the choroid. This neoplasm is found in about 3% of cases, but some experts believe that almost 20% of people have a nevus in the eyeball, just the vast majority lack pigmentation, and it is harder to detect.
Mole on the upper eyelid
Depending on the type and location of the neoplasm on the upper eyelid, it can be a piquant feature of the image or an annoying cosmetic defect. A small nevus at the eyelash border in women is successfully hidden by makeup, but soft papilloma can actually significantly spoil the appearance and even interfere with vision.
To remove a mole in the eye, you need to contact specialists and, depending on its type and location, select the removal method. Despite the fact that the eyelids are generally a very delicate area that requires careful handling, this is a simple procedure that is performed under local anesthesia and does not require any complex actions. You can choose surgical removal, electrocoagulation, laser surgery.
Mole on the lower eyelid
From the point of view of the doctor, the location of the mole is not critical. Perhaps, if the nevus is located near the tear ducts, this can inspire some concern, and it is better to remove such a mole before it begins to change size under the influence of external causes.
Other neoplasms, papillomas or condylomas, can cause discomfort, and increase in size over time. Removal of a mole under the eye is carried out taking into account the least tissue trauma. If a biopsy of the neoplasm is required, then surgical excision of the tissues is preferable. The removal methods are used the same as on the upper eyelid, especially if, in addition to a cosmetic defect, the neoplasm interferes with blinking, pulls the eyelid, provokes increased lacrimation or, on the contrary, makes it difficult.
Hanging moles on the eye
The biggest concern is overhanging neoplasms, in most cases these are papillomas. Over time, they begin to grow, acquire dark pigmentation and become rougher. Usually they are called "senile warts", the medical name is age-related keratoma. They appear under the influence of the human papillomavirus and gradually progress.
Age-related keratomas can appear anywhere on the skin, and the eyelids are no exception. With the development of the disease, such a “hanging mole” can become keratinized, covered with scales, and significantly increase in size. After the removal of keratoma or papilloma, a study of the removed tissue and a comprehensive treatment for the papilloma virus are mandatory. In most cases, this is a benign form of the so-called precancer, which does not pose a danger to the body, but it is better to be safe.
An increase in age-related keratomas over time and the emergence of new ones is a completely normal process in the body infected with the human papillomavirus. Do not panic, there are a few pre-retirement tumors that suddenly appeared, including on the eyelids or in close proximity to the eyes. Modern methods of cosmetic surgery can get rid of nevi, papillomas and age-related keratomas quickly and painlessly.
Rebirth of the Nevus
Wherever a mole is located, it is necessary to observe it, fixing the size. The nevus of the choroid is observed once a year on special ophthalmological equipment, the size of the neoplasm is recorded, and if there is a change in the boundaries, shape and size, a removal is prescribed.
The degeneration of nevi into a dangerous melanoma is much less common than it is customary to fear. Of course, you should not expose yourself to additional risk - injuries and excessive insolation can spur processes that contribute to pathological changes in the neoplasm. However, in most cases, nevus is a harmless and even cute feature, even if it is a mole in the eye. Photos of such nevi are often shown as the original version of heterochromia.
If a mole interferes
Practitioners often call inconvenient location as an indication for removing a stable, non-enlarging mole. Nevuses or papillomas can be located in potentially traumatic places, and if the mole constantly rubs on clothes or shoes, then it is better not to expose it to additional risk. In a situation where someone has a mole in their eye, removal becomes the preferred option.
Even if such a mole does not hang down and does not pull the eyelid, it is still exposed to excessive sunlight. Nevuses on the eyelids of women are constantly in contact with cosmetics, in addition, they are easily injured, just unsuccessfully rubbing their eyes. If the nevus is located not on the eyelids, but directly in the eyeball, then the quality of vision is taken into account first of all. Ophthalmologists claim that visual impairment due to nevus is much less common than for any other reason.
Doctors warn!
Despite the indestructible love of traditional medicine, doctors categorically insist on medical methods for removing any neoplasms. You can not use dressings with a “magic” thread to read conspiracies, especially if these are hanging moles under the eye or on the upper eyelid. In no case do not succumb to the seeming simplicity and cheapness of strange methods such as burning moles with alcohol tinctures of various plants.
Firstly, the eyelids have very thin skin, which is easy to harm. Secondly, it is too easy to get a burning solution into the eye, the consequences of which can be extremely serious. Finally, do not forget that it is external negative influences that can cause a harmless nevus to move into the category of a dangerous and active form of cancer.
If a suspicious spot appears on the iris or on a protein of the eye, you must make an appointment with an ophthalmologist and clarify the diagnosis. If the neoplasm has reduced the quality of vision, a visit to the doctor becomes urgent. It is better to entrust birthmarks to an experienced surgeon in a modern medical center for centuries, and soon you will not even remember about nevus or papilloma.