Hyperpigmentation and irritation around mole - can Mole Removal be done with surgery? (photo)

Something like this requires an in-person evaluation. You'll want to see an expert dermatologist to discuss your best options. Best, Dr. Emer

Thank you for your question and photograph. It's difficult to evaluate your skin through this type of forum. With recent trauma, redness and swelling is normal, but if the soreness and redness increases, then that might be signs of infection. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified...

Thank you for your question. Those are very good questions, and the best person to answer your questions is the surgeon. There are many variables which need to be considered in order to answer your question fully, i.e. how big is the mole, where exactly is it located, etc. I highly recommend you...

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...

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...