Shave excision biopsys 12 days out oozing yellow liquid, and still not healed. I have been washing it out with Cetaphil, applying Polysporin and covering it with a bandage. Does it appear infected? Because of it's location it's being constantly irritated. Thank you!
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It is hard to say what that lesion is from the picture. My best guess is traumatized hair follicle that has collected some blood. I would recommend you see a doctor and get his or her opinion. Be Well.
Generally best to leave the scab on and allow to fall off on its own. If you pick it off it can bleed. Suggest you see your surgeon or clinic for a review so they can check. Best wishes.
Based upon your history and the picture you provided this spot on your nose may be an inclusion cyst. In order to fully remove the lesion my recommendation would be to have an excisional biopsy. This means that your doctor would numb the skin with local anesthesia and surgically...