A mole on my arm got bigger but then smaller again. It's slighty red around the edge. Should I be worried? (Photo)

Nita,Thanks for your question.A mole like this can typically be removed very easily under local with a small football shaped incision.While this will leave a small scar, it should only be a very fine line- difficult to see and easy to camouflage with make-up. I would recommend having the lesion...

Mole removal begins with a comprehensive examination and consultation to determine the likelihood of a mole being worrisome. Excisional and incisional biopsies are reserved for suspicious moles. But it’s good news that most moles are not problematic and are only cosmetic, thus leading to the o...

Mole removal begins with a comprehensive examination and consultation to determine the likelihood of a mole being worrisome. Excisional and incisional biopsies are reserved for suspicious moles. But it’s good news that most moles are not problematic and are only cosmetic, thus leading to the o...

I recommend getting an in-person formal evaluation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with a laser, radiowave or shave. If there is any scarring or pigmentation following the removal, your dermatologist can treat those conditions as well. See an expert. Best, Dr....

There are many products available to consurmers and that can be purchased on the internet which claim to remove moles and other facial growths.  And I get it.  Going to a doctor is expensive, there are often long waits, and if you have insurance, that can be a big hassle too.But many of us in de...

Do not worry - the black of the silver nitrate is its reaction with the skin.It will go away.It is used to stop bleeding. I don't usually use it on the face but that doesn't mean it is wrong to do so.I suggest that you keep a moist gauze over the open area. .No ointment - it can slow healing...