Normal moles grow on small , hard and lumpy skin especially on hands and fingers. Plantar wart or plantar mole is as hard as normal mole , but it grows on the soles of the feet and sometimes makes walking difficult. Genital warts are thin , small lumps , round or flattened , sometimes with many that grow on or around the genitals. Flattened moles are hundreds of small , flattened moles that grow together on the face , neck , chest , knees , hands , waist, or arms. Filiform wart or filiform mole is a thin , thread- like lump that usually originates in the mouth or throat. What to do - If you do not have any discomfort with moles then do not worry about them , they are not harmful. If you feel uncomfortable with moles, you can try to get rid of them at home. However, if you are over 45 years of age and a new mole is born in your body, seek medical advice before taking home treatment. - A recognized method of removing facial or genital warts is the use of wart remover (salicylic acid) available in pharmacies. It gently removes the hard covering of the mole unless the body's immune system is already able to remove the virus on its own. - Plantar warts often spread under the skin , so you may need expert help to remove this mole. However, padded soles can be worn inside the shoe to eliminate temporary discomfort. When to see a doctor 1. If your moles do not heal after home treatment, they bleed and change color. 2. If you or your spouse has a genital wart, it can become contagious and can cause cervical cancer in women. 3. If you are over 45 and a new mole is born on your body. In that case, your doctor may arrange for a skin test to find out if you have skin cancer. 4. If you want to get rid of moles on your face , but do not want to run the risk of getting any scars or sores on your face. If you have moles on your body, remember to go straight to the doctor instead of piercing them.