By Nancy Watson


After deciding to get a mole removed from your body, there might be some questions concerning the procedure. Most people must remove moles because they contain pre-cancerous cells. Cosmetic reasons determine people to eradicate moles.

Once you decide to remove a mole, consult a doctor or a dermatologist. There are doctors who don't remove moles if they aren't cancerous. In case this happens, visit another doctor who is willing to perform you the procedure you need.

Your doctor will explain you the procedure and will inform you about the method that he will use. Various methods of eliminating moles are available and they depend on the type of the mole. If there is a deep mole, stitches are required. Stitches aren't required when it comes to moles raised over the skin because they are simply shaved or cut by the physician. This aspect should concern only your doctor. You may need to wear a gown, based on the mole's location on your body.

For a mole located on your arm, a gown isn't necessary. Then, your doctor will arrange the area where you have the mole. When it comes to cleaning the area, the doctor will utilize a cleanser or alcohol. After this, you will get shots of an anesthetic. There can be multiple shots, based on the situation. You doctor will wait for the area to be numb for about 5 or 10 minutes before cutting or burning. You won't have the chance to feel much after this occurs.

A few minutes are required in order for the doctor to shave off the moles. Once the procedure is done, a solution that stops the bleeding will be applied, alongside with a topical cream that can help preventing infections. The doctor will use a band-aid in order to cover the wound. There is the possibility for the doctor to send the moles for examination to a lab. Moles can be sent to the lab even though they aren't suspicious.

Once you go home after the procedure, some care instructions must be followed. You need to look after the wound starting with the first day and utilize an antibiotic cream. It is best to place a band-aid on the injury for the duration of the first day as it might bleed again. Also, the place must be kept germ-free.

Make use of hydrogen peroxide every day if you want to clean the area. The antibiotic cream can be used only after cleaning. After the second day, you might not require using a band-aid, but there are doctors who may suggest you keeping it for one week to avoid infection.

If you notice signs of infections, such as odor coming from the injury, discharge, excessive bleeding or pain, call your doctor. In case you face some pain, it is a good idea to take a pain reliever like Tylenol or Motrin. There might be an infection if you don't manage to relieve the pain.




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