Infection? Or just rash/allergic reaction? Shave biopsy 2 weeks ago and it looks worse than ever. (Photo)

October 28, 2017
Asked By:SpecialKaaii in Calabasas, CA

I fear the rash more than the wound! It's purple, raised, itchy, & seems to get worse daily... I'm also concerned by the fact that the wound hasn't closed at all. It's actually slightly larger now. Initially, the bandaids seemed to cause itchy bumps, so I switched to Tegaderm which felt amazing!, but fluid kept accumulating. Today I stopped using the Polysporin from the doc & bought some Vasoline. Still worried. Upside? It's benign :)

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Answer: See a Doctor for a Formal Evaluation--reaction after shave biopsy

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
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Answer: See a Doctor for a Formal Evaluation--reaction after shave biopsy

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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