I have a mole/birthmark on the side bridge of my nose. I really hate it. It's affecting my emotional state. What can I do?

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I hate this ugly thing on my nose, i have told my mom one time but she didn't seem to care and didn't say much about it. its been like 3 years since i told her but ever since i was in middle school, i would get bullied... i wear makeup to cover it up, but even then its still a bit noticeable. i would be pretty without it and also i'm scared to have a bf and find out about this

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Moles can be removed with laser, radiowave or shave. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

David Reinstadler, MD · Answer

You should see someone in person so they can evaluate the area and come up with the best plan. There are multiple ways to remove moles/birthmarks. Best of luck

Seth Kates, MD · Answer

Hi
It's difficult to give you advice without actually seeing the mole but if you would be pretty without the mole then I am sure you are pretty with the mole.  If you are still in high school then you are relatively young and what you hate now you might not hate in a few years.  It sounds like you are under 18 and you would need a parents permission to have it removed.  Discuss it with your mother again and see if she would be willing to take you to a physician for advice.  Being a dermatologist, my bias is to see one of us but I am sure there are many cosmetic surgeons in your area who you could discuss this with.
Good luck

Mitchell Schwartz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

Depending on their size and location, moles can be safely and easily removed by one of two methods: a shave excision or an excision with suture closure. A dermatologic surgeon typically does both procedures expertly and can decide which would be best for your particular mole. A shave excision is a procedure where the mole is actually "shaved off" at a level just below the surface of the skin. The other method is an excision with suture closure which uses both dissolving and non-dissolving sutures to give the best cosmetic result. All methods of surgery will leave a scar but the trick is to minimize the scar using the proper technique.

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