is it normal to still be swollen after getting a mole shaved off?

YES SOMETIMES YOU CAN STILL BE SWOLLEN FOR A FEW DAYS AFTER THE REMOVAL.YOU CAN ICE A LITTLE AND IF YOU ARE CONCERNED PLEASE CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Thank you for your question.  It can be quite normal to be swollen 3 days after a mole removal.  After any surgical procedure, swelling typically peaks at approximately 4 days and then begins to subside.  Most likely what you are experiencing is normal swelling.  You should adhere to the post-procedure instructions that were given to you after your procedure.  I usually advise my patients to apply ice packs to decrease swelling.  You should most definitely contact your physician's office to make sure that they are aware of your concerns and follow up with them as directed.  Best wishes with your recovery!

It is common to be swollen after any type of injection. If the lip had to be injected multiple times to achieve numbness then extra lidocaine was placed into the tissues. This alone would account for the swelling that you see in the area. As long as there are no signs of infection I think the swelling will subside over the next few days. You can try applying an ice pack wrapped in a paper towel or light cloth to the area to hasten the