Is it possible to remove this large birthmark on my knee? (Photo)

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I have a large birthmark on my knee. Is it possible to remove it?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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 option of scarless or non-surgical mole removal with lasers and RF and plasma. Our office specializes in non-surgical mole removal.

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Timothy Osborn, MD · Answer

You can definitely lighten it. Laser treatments have shown to drastically reduce the pigmentation on birthmarks. Due to its size and location, a surgical removal would be difficult. They would most likely end up having to use a skin graft, which would result in a pretty large scar. Your best bet would probably be to lighten it.

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Hi there,

There really is no good way! any option would leave you with a huge scar! Keep your birthmark and and embrace it!

Best of luck!

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