Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

see all q&a
Posted underMole Removal q&a

Is this mole cancer? Last week it started to swell. (Photos)

snickers2Feb 14, 2018
About a month ago I noticed the mole on my lower back was scaly and itchy. Last week it started to swell feeling like it was going to burst, and turned red. Now it's crumbling off in pieces, bleeding in different spots, lazing yellow stuff, and my whole lower back is red and hot. It hurts so bad.

Answers (1)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
4.3 | 165 Reviews
Answered on Feb 21, 2018
Answer

More Mole Removal Questions

Top Answer
User Avatar
Jason Emer, MD

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. Cost will vary. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

+2 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Jason Emer, MD

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

+2 answers
Top Answer
User Avatar
Stephen T. Greenberg, MD, FACS

Hi there and thanks for your question.  If the area is getting dry I suggest putting nothing more than a small amount of bacitracin.  Other lotions may irritate the wound.  Also, itchiness is a normal process of healing and will eventually go away as the incision heals.  I suggest asking you...

+3 answers
See all Mole Removal Q&A
See more Mole Removal Q&As
See all Q&As
SEE MOLE REMOVAL GUIDE →