Infection after mole shave (Photo)

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I had 8 moles removed by shave/electro surgery method 6 days ago. 1 of the moles appears to be infected, I am applying antibiotic ointment 3 times a day & gently washing the wound x2 daily & changed dressing x 3 daily. Other wounds are a slight pink & moist, 2 wounds don't seem to soak up moisture & are scabbing slightly. Care sheet advises wound will be white with a pink ring, but for one particular wound I'm afraid it is infected. This wound immediately looked white once the removal was done.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

this is not infected is just wound healing.  I suggest you use a topical growth factor and silicone based gel.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Shave removals often lead to healing by secondary intention. I would consider local wound care followed by pulsed dye laser and application of Plato's Scar Serum to help with this scar. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

I understand your concern and would suggest you see your physician for followup asap. While the steps you are taking are good, if it is a a true infection then you need to most likely take antibiotics. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot  
be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person  
treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

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