Accidentally picked at a brown mole now it is red mole and hurts and red skin round mole, not itchy or no pus.

I suggest that any change in mole - size, color, height, border, etc. be reported to your physician for evaluation. Best, Dr. Emer

Thank you for your question.  It is common to find a little blood on the bandage after an excision has been completed.  It is always safe to call your doctor to let them know of your symptoms so they can evaluate you if they feel it is necessary.  I wish you the best!

Thank you for your question.  A biopsy of the mole with either a punch of shave biopsy typically costs between $100-$160.  The mole is usually sent to the pathologist to look at it under the microscope to ensure it is not cancerous.  The processing of the glass slide and examination by a pa...