Mole removal site infected? I got a mole removed 4 days ago. (Photo)

Question

They used silver nitrate to keep it getting infected. Currently it has some pain and is red around the site. I'm not able to tell if it is infected or not because of the silver. It tends to hurt when I walk for to long too so I don't know if the pain is jut from the location or if I need to worry about and infection.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It's difficult to tell from your picture. I recommend following up with your cosmetic dermatologist for a formal evaluation and after care recommendations. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. Scarring can be improved with lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Michael A. Greenberg, MD · Answer

The answer to your question is that it is hard to tell if the wound is infected or not by your photo.  Why not give your doctor a call and head over there for a real exam?    In my practice, we don't charge for appointments after surgery if there is a question of an infection.

Mole removal site infected? I got a mole removed 4 days ago. (Photo)

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