I used 75% TCA to attempt to remove mole, is this discoloration going to bed or go away? (photo)

June 21, 2016
Asked By:samrock90 in Avon Park, FL

I put TCA on Q-tip and placed it on the mole, it spread into a larger circle (as you can see in picture) the area frosted and burned some, I left it on for about 2 to 3 minutes I apply neutralizer to stop the spreading. The skin looks like this, it's not flaking or dry at all and feels like normal skin. will this go away?? the directions I read to remove mole say to repeat everyday until mole comes off, but should I stop?

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June 23, 2016

Answer: 75% TCA Self Administered?

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Stephen Prendiville, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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June 23, 2016

Answer: 75% TCA Self Administered?

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Stephen Prendiville, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 24, 2016

Answer: TCA Burn -- PLEASE SEE BOARD CERTIFIED MD; Seek expert for COSMETIC Mole Removal

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 24, 2016

Answer: TCA Burn -- PLEASE SEE BOARD CERTIFIED MD; Seek expert for COSMETIC Mole Removal

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
June 23, 2016

Answer: Self removal of mole

June 23, 2016

Answer: Self removal of mole

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Answer: Seek out medical care

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