Can you wet the area of mole removal after stitches have been removed after a week? (e.g. bath/shower)

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Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Thnak you for your question.Generally it is fine to shower/bath  1 week post op of a mole removal. It is best to follow &/or check with your physician regarding post op  care.

Paul M. Parker, MD, FACS · Answer

Check with your operating surgeon for their directions regarding postoperative care. Typically, though, at one week post surgery patients are able to shower and wash over their incision. We do caution them about submerging the wound in a bath tub or pool for another week or two.

Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

In general, it should be fine to get the area around a mole removal wet after suture removal a week after the procedure.  It is always best to check with the physician who performed the procedure though,  just to make sure there is no circumstance that would influence the decision to get it wet or not.

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