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What the picture depicts is a possible congenital compound melanocytic nevus that shloud be evaluated by a dermatologist.
The fact that your mole has not changed is a good sign. However, to be safe, you should be carefully evaluated by aboard certified dermatologist. Please use the ABCDE's as your guide forwhen to be concerned about moles: A for Asymmetry; B forIrregular Borders; C forBlack or uneven Colors; D for diameter greater than a pencil eraser; and E fora growth that is Evolving or changing. If necessary, it is anextremely simple five minute procedure for a dermatologist to remove your moleusing a "shave" biopsy which typicallyleaves a minimal scar. The mole can then be checked microscopically forreassurance.You can follow the video link to learn more about identifying thechanges in moles that are suspicious for skin cancer.
It normally takes 1-2 weeks for spots to heal after electrocautery treatment. It's important to use sun protection to optimize healing.
Since the mole on your upper lip is raised, I would recommend a shave excision. This should remove the mole so that it is not protruding anymore, but it is possible that there still could be some pigment remaining. If the pigment still bothers you, then you would need to have it...
All moles should be excised and set for pathological examination. After freezing the mole, the freezing would destroy and no proper diagnosis is possible.See a plastic surgeon for excision of the area and hopefully there is enough pigment left that can be examined and hope for the best