noun a pigmented spot on the skin, such as a mole or birthmark
A nevus is a common type of skin growth, often referred to as a mole.
In pathology, nevus is studied as a benign tumor of melanocytes.
Nevus can sometimes be a precursor to skin cancer and should be monitored for changes in size, shape, or color.
Nevus is often examined under a microscope to determine its characteristics and potential for malignancy.
A dermatologist may use the term 'nevus' to refer to a type of skin lesion, commonly known as a mole.
An oncologist may use the term 'nevus' when discussing the risk of melanoma developing from atypical moles.
A pathologist may analyze nevus samples under a microscope to determine if they show any signs of malignancy.