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Dark spot after shave biopsy? Could remnants be left behind. Does this affect staging? (photo)

MikvahnroseDec 4, 2013
I got a mole removed 2 days ago cause it looked odd, When he looked under a dermascope, there are no signs of blue halo, pigment regression and cell movement is slow, just that pigment is clustered with some speckling. (Is that a good sign btw?) He did a shave and I asked why, he said he didn't want to do any unnecessary skin removal. This isn't best method because the pathologist can have difficulty diagnosing correct depth. I looked back at my mole and see and feel like he didn't get all of it.

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Because of the size and location of your mole, it should be removed by excising a simple ellipse of skin. I then use a "layer closure" using both dissolving and non-dissolving sutures to give the best cosmetic result. The area then typically heals with a linear scar that is significantly less...

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I would recommend that you call the office to obtain a status report on your biopsy and the next phase of treatment of your mole. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles

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The results of your biopsy should be explained to you so that you have peace of mind. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles

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