I had a mole shaved on my face about a week ago. I have since been using hydrogen peroxide + neosporin + band aid on it but it hasn't yet formed a scab. I was wondering if I was delaying healing by using hydrogen peroxide + neosporin and if it was recommended to not use these anymore? Also, are there any recommendations for scar preventions (Vit K/Vit.A/Scar creams or gels)? Thank you.
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An small, central area of hyperpigmentation is common after a shave excision. This is because the mole is actually "shaved off" at a level just below the surface of the skin. If the biopsy results show it to be cancerous or pre-cancerous then a second step, a complete excision with...
I would watch this for awhile. It depends on how long it has been there since the removal. If it has been there for less than 6 months, wait another 6 months. Redness can be addressed through different means. Lasers are the primary option for treating the redness. We have other informative...
An excision could make some changes to your eyelid if done incorrectly. The best way to lay the excision would be perpendicular to the eyelid. It could also affect your eyebrow. laser excision could limit the area but the mole could come back. Then it would require another lasering to...