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The appearance of the mole is not always a reason for being suspicious, however if you think it is growing at a rapid rate you should have it removed and sent for pathology.
Since there have been changes, 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
Anytime you see a mole that has changed on your body, go get it checked out. It is important to have your moles looked at by a professional because you never know where one could be hiding or if it is cancerous. Get your yearly skin checks for peace of mind and your overall health!
It is always difficult to tell from a photograph, so to be safe your mole should be carefully evaluated. Please use the ABCDE's as your guide for when to be concerned about moles: A for Asymmetry; B for irregular Borders; C for black or uneven Colors; D for Diameter greater than a pencil eraser; and E for a growth that is Evolving or changing. If necessary, it is an extremely simple five-minute procedure for a dermatologist to remove the mole using either a "punch" or a "shave" biopsy which typically leaves a minimal scar. The mole can then be checked microscopically for reassurance.
Based on your photograph, it does not appear to me that there is an infection present 10 days after your mole removal. If you see increased redness, swelling or tenderness, these could be signs of an infection and I would recommend contacting the physician who treated you if any of these ...
Thank you for your question. Without pictures or knowing the exact details of your procedure it is hard to give you a definitive answer. When I do procedures on the face, I generally remove sutures within 5-7 days. Sometimes I will remove every other suture at one week after the...
Thank you for your question. Any trauma or surgical procedures performed to the skin can have mild discomfort or tenderness a few days afterwards. As the area begins to heal, the pain should decrease; however, if the pain continues or increases along with redness, swelling, increase in bloody ...
Thank you for your question. In my experience, marks from sutures remain permanent and heal time after an incision can take a few months. There are some topical scar therapies available to help minimize scarring, so I highly recommend you consult with your surgeon regarding your questions and...
A punch biopsy is an accepted method of removing a lesion. However it can leave a white scar that is sometimes depressed or irregular. You may want to have it revised once the healing is complete, usually after 3-6 months,
Our treatments use combination therapy to improve the epidermis and dermis for most deep scars. The options available for acne scars depend on the character of your scars, in terms of topography and contour. We see atrophic and hypertrophic acne scars, as well as scars that have hypo and...
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