Hi there, I have a 5 scars from mole excision on my back. They are about 1.5-2.5cm long and 0.2-0.5 wide. It's 1 month post operation and seems that they are hypertrophic. They are reddish, but not too much raised, just a little bit. However, I'm interested if it is normal that they get a little bit swollen/raised and darker (like purple color) after intense gym workout (especially when working back exercises) or it is normal? Thanks
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August 2, 2015
Answer: Scars on Body
Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
You are likely cleaning it well with the peroxide but it might be a good idea to get a topical antibiotic to treat the infection and maybe swab to see if any bacteria is growing on it. If it is persistent or you are worried, set up a follow up
appointment with your dermatologist.
In these areas, in my opinion, a shave biopsy is
usually the only way to go to have a mole checked for cancer. It is easy to do and typically leaves a minimal scar as the mole is actually "shaved off" at a
level just below the surface of the skin. If the biopsy results show it to be
cancerous or...
Mole removal begins with a comprehensive examination and consultation to determine the likelihood of a mole being worrisome. Excisional and incisional biopsies are reserved for suspicious moles. But it’s good news that most moles are not problematic and are only cosmetic, thus leading to the o...