Should a muscle be sore after a mole is excised?

Question

I had a mole excised a 9 days ago between my shoulder blade and spine on my back. The stitches have been feeling fine and it has been healing well according to my first follow up. I'm now having some soreness in the area that I think is muscle but I'm not sure. A) Should it still be sore after a week and a half and B) does a mole excision go into the muscle tissue? Thank you!

Frank P. Albino, MD · Answer

Mole excision extends through the skin but not down to the level of muscle. That is deeper and untouched.  It is not uncommon to have some soreness after a mole removal particularly in an area that is constantly moving such as your back, between your shoulder blades. It is encouraging that the provider feels that everything is healing well after your first follow up visit. If you continue to be concerned you should return to your provider. 
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Should a muscle be sore after a mole is excised?

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