I've had this birthmark since I was born, it's flat but pretty dark and big. I got it shaved off (I don't think that was a good idea in retrospect) but it just grew back, and lightening it with a Q switch laser made no difference. I really want it gone, what can I do?
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Answer: Another great option to reduce the appearance of this birthmark would be to do Yag laser treatments
Unfortunately there is no injection that will remove a mole. Kanolone is an injectable steroid used to treat a wide variety of inflammatory conditions ranging from acne cysts to psoriaisis to certain types of hair loss. Moles need to be physically removed with shave removal or excision.
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...
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...
