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. What are these lesions referred to as?
A) Macules
B) Nevi
C) Plaques
D) Keloids

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Nevi, commonly known as moles, are pigmented skin lesions that can potentially transform into malignant melanoma, especially if they change in size, shape, or color.

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