Had a mole removed two times(shaved the 1st time and a deeper shave the 2nd time) within a 12- 18 month time period, both bio's came back neg. It has grown back a third time, a little smaller and barely at the surface. Do I need to take action by having it removed a third time.
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After a shave biopsy, it is important to keep the area moist with bacitracin for a few days and then Vaseline for another few days. You do not want the area to scab over as this will certainly prevent the area from healing as best as it can.
Thank you for your question. Serial excision and tissue expansion is appropriate for a large defect for an aesthetically pleasing result. I would recommend consulting with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon for safest and best treatment option. I hope this helps.
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It is uncommon for moles to grow back so quickly if they are completely excised. It may be that the previous mole was not completely excised or was just shaved, in which case it will grow back.
I do not think there is any need to worry if the pathology of the mole on the initial...