My mole was shaved off. Will the bump go down?

Question

I had a mole on my nose shaved. My mole wasn't shaved off all the way down is there a reason why? It's been a week and a few days since it was shaved. I've been taking well care of it I'm just wondering if it will go down or I'll have small bump. It's flatten but you can still see a small bump. I'm hoping it goes down. Any ideas?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

This should be shaved all the way down, at least that is how i do it in my practice. I suggest seeing your physician and asking about his/her long term plan.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

You may require a touch up procedure or there may be swelling. I would suggest twice daily application of Plato's Scar Serum to soften the scar. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

Dev Wali, MD · Answer

It's too soon to know.  Often times swelling can last 6 months or more. Speak to your doctor and get an opinion.  After a few weeks i recommend massage of the area to reduce swelling.  Do not do this without talking to your surgeon.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Hello, often it will take some time after a mole has been removed, for the swelling to go down.  After a few months if it still remains, you could talk to your doctor about a touch-up.

My mole was shaved off. Will the bump go down?

Answers (4)

More Mole Removal Questions

My mole was shaved off. Will the bump go down?

Answers (4)

More Mole Removal Questions

Mole reduction but not removal? (photos)

Will they heal with an almost unnoticeable scar?

I applied crushed garlic on my face last night to remove a mole but it burnt my face. Please tell me what should I do (Photo)