A 13-year-old female is concerned about several pigmented skin lesions on her body.Her primary care provider tells her that these lesions must be monitored because of their ability to transform into malignant melanoma.These lesions are referred to as:
A) macules.
B) nevi.
C) plaques.
D) keloids.

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Nevi, also known as moles, are pigmented skin lesions that can potentially transform into malignant melanoma, which is why they need to be monitored.

A 13-Year-Old Female Is Concerned About Several Pigmented Skin Lesions