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Do post op moles look infected? (Photo)

tricia925
Had 2 moles removed from my back 3 days ago. They are extremely itchy and look really gross. I've been cleaning w/soap 2x per day and covering w/Vaseline and bandaids; keeping them moist, as instructed. I'm concerned they may be infected because they are so itchy and red. My friend thinks they look moldy. Thoughts?

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