It is flesh colored and raised. Plastic surgeon said due to location, an excision scar would be more unsightly. Would a simple shave suffice or would it quickly grow back?
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February 26, 2018
Answer: Sometimes a simple shave to make it flat works best.
David Hansen, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
The redness after shave excision of a mole usually reaches a peak by 6-8 weeks, which is the height of the inflammatory phase of healing. After that, it should begin to settle down and fade, assuming a color much closer to the surrounding skin. I recommend using silicone gel twice...
Hi Dear Starry eyes
There are many options
1. Laser
2. Electrocauthery
3. Shaved
4. Excisional Biopsy
with most of these procedures it might leave small white scar
cost $100-$500
Thank you
Ramtin Massoudi, MD
I would not recommend doing that at home. It should first be evaluated by a board - certified dermatologist to make sure it is benign and they can discuss options with you. This is a cosmetically important area and I would not want you to generate scarring. There is...