Do skin moles itch?
On One Hand: Healthy Skin Moles Do Not ItchA healthy mole is composed of a group of cells called melanocytes, which is the darkening of pigments on the skin. It is extremely uncommon for moles to become itchy, and is not a characteristic of a healthy mole. Mild itchiness and irritation can result due to exposure to UV rays, sunburn or after being nicked during shaving.On the Other: Itchiness Indicates Health ProblemsItchiness, alone or in combination with changes in shape, color or thickness is an indicator of health problems. Commonly an indicator of skin cancer or malignant melanoma, it is due to an abnormal change in the melanocytes that compose the mole.Bottom LineMoles that become itchy should be examined by a dermatologist, especially when combined with other symptoms.
