Mole removal. I am pregnant. Can I get them removed?

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i want to get two flat moles on my left upper inner thigh removed , i am pregnant is there any dermatologist who have done this before with pregnant women so i can get them removed ?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Technically, mole removal during pregnancy is the same procedure as when not pregnant. However, most plastic surgeons will defer any elective procedure (unless there is a suspicion for cancer) until after pregnancy. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

Brian K. Reedy, MD · Answer

Hi & thank you for your question.Moles are typically removed under local anesthetic.It should be fine to have this procedure done while pregnant. I would suggest you call your obstetrician  to be sure.Hope this helps

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Moles can be removed in pregancy without any issues.  Please see a cosmetic dermatologist with experience.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Alan M. Engler, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

It is possible to remove moles during pregnancy.  Most doctors would recommend that you use only lidocaine (ie, no epinephrine or adrenaline - which is used to constrict blood vessels and decrease bleeding but which risks putting undue stress on your child).However, I normally prefer to avoid elective procedures like this until you're finished your pregnancy.  It's a different story, of course, if a mole is worrisome - if it has changed in appearance, is bleeding, if there was a suspicious biopsy report, etc.  In that case it it appropriate to have it removed.Coordinate care between your dermatologist and your obstetrician to determine the best course for you.I hope that this helps and good luck,Dr. Alan EnglerMember of #RealSelf100

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