Does keloid or hypertrophic scar form after 3 weeks of mole removal?

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I have mole removed 3 weeks back and I have an slight swelling on one edge of wound and pinksh and itching.can it be hypertrophic scar or keloid? I am getting fear about it

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Scarring can occur after any surgical procedure or laser procedure and often is the persons own body.  I suggest you see an expert in lasers and scarring to help improve the keloid/scar.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Does keloid or hypertrophic scar form after 3 weeks of mole removal?

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