The risk of melanoma is associated with several factors, including
family history, number of moles and atypical moles, history of sunburns
and more. Removal of a mole at home is not advisable for several reasons
including personal safety and risk of infection, but occasionally moles
grow...
One of the benefits of silicone gels over silicone sheets is that there is less risk of adhesive tears to the skin and epidermis. You should switch to a silicone gel such as Plato's Scar Serum. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
Localized swelling is not uncommon and ice can be helpful. If BOTH lips are swollen, it may be unrelated to the biopsy and may represent an allergy or angioedema. I recommend that you contact your physician IMMEDIATELY. If you develop shortness of breath, call 9-1-1.