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Moles are growths on the skin. They happen when cells in the skin, called melanocytes, grow in a cluster with tissue surrounding them. Moles are very common. Most people have between 10 and 40 moles. A person may develop new moles from time to time, usually until about age 40.
Moles are usually pink, tan or brown. They can be flat or raised. They are usually round or oval and no larger than a pencil eraser.
About one out of every ten people has at least one unusual (or atypical) mole that looks different from an ordinary mole. The medical term for these unusual moles is dysplastic nevi. They may be more likely than ordinary moles to develop into melanoma, a type of skin cancer. Because of this, you should have a healthcare professional check your moles if they look unusual, grow larger, change in color or outline, or in any other way.
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The word '''mole''' has several possible meanings: * A mole (animal) is a small burrowing mammal. Consequently: ** A naked mole rat is a type of rodent that also lives underground. ** A mole cricket is a cricket (insect) in family '''Gryllotalpidae''' which spends most of its life underground. ** A mole salamander is a burrowing salamander in family '''Ambystomatidae'''. * A tunnel-boring machine is also a device for constructing a tunnel. * A mole (espionage) is also a secret agent working under deep cover. And consequently: ** ''The Mole'' is a reality television series. * The mole (unit) is the SI for the number of molecules or atoms of a substance. * A mole (skin marking) is a small spot of darkened pigment on the skin. * Mole (sauce) is a Mexico sauce made from chili peppers mixed with spices, unsweetened chocolate, peanuts, and other ingredients. * A mole (architecture) is a massive structure, usually of rock (geology), used as a pier, breakwater (structure), or junction between places separated by water. * '''Mole''' may also refer to the medical condition also known as molar pregnancy. * The Mole (South Park) is a psychotic France character. * The little Mole (character) is the protagonist of a popular czech animated series, made by Zdenek Miler. [ Read More ]
Mole - Contains pictures and information about the movie.
In Search of the Mole People - Documents the existence of a fragmented society living in New York's underbelly. Film information, crew, trailer, award details, and ordering. [Requires Flash and RealPlayer].
Disney Channel - Kim Possible - Official site. Includes information on Kim Possible, Ron Stoppable, Web master Wade and Rufus the naked mole rat.
Charles Fleischer's MonkeyDog - Official Website of the actor/comedian known primarily as the voice of Roger Rabbit. Site features Charlie's mezmerizingly cool, and psychadelically groovy digital artwork; deliciously weird poetry; a bizarre mathematical science called "Moleeds"; original muscical "compositions"; and a MonkeyDog Insult Engine that will endlessly amuse you.
The Animation Alliance - Popular anime characters compete with American animation characters in popular reality series like "Survivor" and "The Mole."
Story of the Little Mole Who Knew it Was None of his Business, The - Musical adaptation children's picture book. Includes production information, photographs, and reviews.
The Moles Present The Residents - Large archive of great information about the multi-media band from a group of European fans.
The Mick Sinclair Archive: The Residents - Review of the album Mark of the Mole published in "Sounds." "Just another Residents album."
Residents Discussion SmartGroup - A mailing list and discussion board maintained by the Moles.
Trombones in Harlem - Explore a famous Art Kane photograph to learn more about jazz trombonists Lawrence Brown, Vic Dickenson, Tyree Glenn, Jay C. Higginbotham, Miff Mole, and Dicky Wells.