Is this normal? Will the bump flatten out when I get my stitches out or will I have to have this shaved?

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Hi! I had a flesh colored mole removed from the crease of my nose that I've had since I was about 6 yrs old(I'm 26 now). The surgeon used a scalpel and performed a deep excision. I had 3 stitches sewed in. I'm now on day 4 of recovery and I noticed their is a little bump where the mole used to be. It's a bit hard and still a little sore.

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Unfortunately without a photograph it is difficult to make a definite recommendation but in most cases of closing an incision the skin edges are everted or puckered.  This tends to flatten with time as healing progresses.  Hope this helps.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Scars can be improved with lasers, microneedling, fillers. Please see an expert for evaluation if this is scar or keloid.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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