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Had a shave excision done. 2 wks PO this is what it looks like! Can this be removed, stitched and leave minimal scarring?(photo)

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nyasha21Sep 13, 2017

I'm upset with my results and need answers! The test came back and it was a fibrous papule & my dermatologist said it the type that will grow bigger by shave excision, and I need to have it completely removed (with stitches) she had referred me to a ENT doctor. I'm scared and don't know what to do at this point! I should have left the bump alone by now I have to deal with the consequences.

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Jason Emer, MD

I recommend following up with your cosmetic dermatologist for after care recommendations. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. Any scarring can be improved with lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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Jason Emer, MD

It's difficult to tell from your pictures. I recommend following up with a cosmetic dermatologist for a formal evaluation and after care recommendations. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield for 6 weeks to promote healing. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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Amy K Hsu, MD, FACS

Dear amiejobarnacle~ Thanks for sharing your photo.  Fortunately there are many treatments available to help improve scars.  A depressed scar can be treated with a needle subcision to break up the scar and then filled with dermal filler to create a flatter appearance.  I would also rec...

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Amy K Hsu, MD, FACS

Dear munchbunch~ Thanks for your question.  It's not possible to tell from just a photograph whether a mole is normal.  If you have any concerns, please see a dermatologist for a formal evaluation.   Best wishes,Amy Hsu

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Munir Somji, BSc, MBBS

The best method can be determined by a formal examination of the mole. Generally shave excision is far more accurate than laser excision which is not as predicatable. 

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