Is this a normal mole or something else? It's on the upper back on the spine. It's slightly elevated and hard at touch (Photos)

Biopsy results usually take less than a week unless there is are additional studies needed to get a final result. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Bleeding wounds should be addressed by your surgeon early so as not to hinder the healing process. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Freckles can be improved with lasers, microneedling/prp and peels. Moles can be removed with lasers, radiowave and shave. Cost will vary and take a series of treatments for improvement. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer

Use silicone based gels with growth factors to promote healing and limit scarring. If you are concerned show your physician in person to ensure no infection. Fractional lasers like fraxel/venus viva, vascular lasers like excel V/yellow laser, microneedling/PRP, dermabrasion, and peels can help a...

Certainly, any facial nerve injury is a very big deal, because, as you know, the facial nerve controls facial expression. The "facial nerve - cranial nerve VII" enters the face slightly in front of the ear hole and about 1 inch below the skin at that point.  It ultimately divides into...

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...