Is waiting 5 weeks too long to get an excision for an atypical mole moderate to severe?

It’s difficult to tell without any visual documentation. I would advise consulting with a local skincare specialist for a more detailed response.

Once the skin is healed over, it is okay to wear makeup.  The skin on the face is usually healed over after about a week or so.  The risk of wearing makeup before your skin is healed is that a particle will get into your skin impeding healing and possibly leaving a tattoo.

Discuss the diagnosis and removal method with a dermatologist.  Do not attempt to remove it yourself.

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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...

Thank you for your question. Yes, it is possible to remove moles from the penis and the technique would be the same as mole removal from any other part of the body. The skin on that areas is thin, so care needs to be taken.  Your surgeon could either shave the mole off or excise it.