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Mole Removed on Face Via Shave Excision - Slight Bump and Brownish Scar Left?

cupcake69Nov 20, 2012
I recently (3/4 weeks ago) had a mole removed on my face - it was protruding and around 0.5cm in diameter. It was tested and was benign. The mark is still quite dark brown in colour (not shown so well by cam) and I am worried this will be permanent? I have had similar moles removed from other parts of my body & they left a red circle instead, which fades over time. This one is not red but brown. Will it fade or is this pigment? There is also still a small bump in the skin - what could this be?

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Punch biopsy are standard in dermatology and mole biopsies.  You obviously have a choice of technique given your skin type and concern for scars.  I would discuss your preference with your doctor and opt for shave biopsy if you feel that you scar well with the technique...

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Sam Naficy, MD, FACS

An option for you may be to undergo a scar revision or laser resurfacing.  I would recommend that you consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon to discuss you options.  

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

I would wait for findings from the second biopsy to see if there is any change in the pigment cells pathologically.  This will allow for a more clear picture of the mole and its recurrence.

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Michael I. Echavez, MD

Unfortunately, the only method to remove a mole is with surgery.  The size of the mole would determine the size of the incision that would be needed.  You might consider consulting with a urologist also, just to get another opinion.  

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Sam Naficy, MD, FACS

It appears that you may have a good outcome with having the mole completely surgically excised.  I would recommend that you see a facial plastic surgeon or a dermatologic surgeon for an evaluation and possible procedure.

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Sam Naficy, MD, FACS

If the mole is shaved, then the hair follicles should be intact.  If the mole is completely excised and closed with sutures, there may be a chance that the hair does not grow in the scar.  

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