Had a mole shaved off 2 days ago. How long do I need to keep it bandged with ointment?

While I appreciate your resourcefulness, I don't recommend trying to remove a mole on your own. As you've noted, the skin seems to be getting irritated. And the mole is still there. It's also an unsafe habit as some moles may be cancerous. Save yourself some time and aggravation and ensure your...

Healing can be variable, but tenderness and itchiness can be typical. I recommend following up with your Doctor about after care after your procedure. I recommend silicone gel with growth factors. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

I would suggest visiting a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss options for removal.  The first suggestion may be to do a shave removal where the mole is shaved off even at skin level.  This will most likely leave a pink scar that should fade with time (but does not guarantee the...