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Lump at the bottom of mole removal scar, will it go away? (photos)

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missl98Jul 18, 2018
The past week I've noticed a lump at the bottom of my scar. I had a mole removed by excision almost two years ago and it's been healing normally I would say. I've had actual spots in the scar before because of acne on my back. This isn't painful but is quite red and feels bumpy to the touch.

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I would recommend visiting a dermatologist to discuss removing the rest of the mole and to make sure  the area is not infected. Most skin growths are harmless. But sometimes—particularly in the case of some moles—they’re not and can be cancerous, which is why all moles and growths should be asse...

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

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...

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Jason Emer, MD

I recommend following up with your cosmetic dermatologist for a formal evaluation. I recommend Silagen + Bioshield to promote healing. Any scarring can be improved with lasers and microneedling/prp. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

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