I had a mole biopsy 2 1/2 weeks ago. The mole healed up great but there is swelling in that area. Is this normal?

Thanks for your questions and photos.  I agree that certain areas of the body may heal differently than others.  Given the appearance of your scars, I think you will get the best cosmetic result by having the scars excised.  You will be replacing these pigmented oval scars...

I'm confused.   Are you showing us a before or after picture?I would return to your doctor to discuss, or see a second physician for their opinion.

I recommend following up with your cosmetic dermatologist for after care recommendations. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. Any scarring can be improved with lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

It's difficult to tell from your pictures. I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist for a formal evaluation and after care recommendations. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield for 6 weeks to promote healing. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Dear amiejobarnacle~ Thanks for sharing your photo.  Fortunately there are many treatments available to help improve scars.  A depressed scar can be treated with a needle subcision to break up the scar and then filled with dermal filler to create a flatter appearance.  I would also rec...

Dear munchbunch~ Thanks for your question.  It's not possible to tell from just a photograph whether a mole is normal.  If you have any concerns, please see a dermatologist for a formal evaluation.   Best wishes,Amy Hsu