Red bump on eyelid - how do I get rid of it? (photos)

Question

Hello - I’m a female in my 30s who had this small-ish red, pimple-like bump pop up on my right eyelid about 8 months ago. My dermatologist tried zapping it 3-4 times with the electrodessication machine and it would immediately resolve but come back every time. It hasn’t changed much in shape or size over the past year. My dermatologist didn’t share any other treatments for this. What is this annoying red bump and how do I get rid of it?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Mole removal begins with a comprehensive examination and consultation to determine the likelihood of a mole being worrisome. Excisional and incisional biopsies are reserved for suspicious moles. But it’s good news that most moles are not problematic and are only cosmetic, thus leading to the option of scarless or non-surgical mole removal with lasers and RF and plasma. Our office specializes in non-surgical mole removal.

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Andrei Gherghina, DO, MS · Answer

The electrodessication usually works for this, but the setting may need to be adjusted to be more aggressive. The IPL (intense pulse light) "laser" will also work for this spot.

Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended · Answer

Thank you for your question and photographs. It's difficult to evaluate your skin through this type of forum. The bump could be a mole, cyst, enlarged gland, etc., so an in-person examination needs to be done. If the bump returns after superficial treatment, then likely there is a deeper component and surgically removing the bump will ensure complete removal. Due to the location, I highly recommend you consult with an eye surgeon, ophthalmologist, to have your skin evaluated and to discuss appropriate removal options. Take care and good luck.

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