What should be noted when removing moles?

MSc.-BS NGUYEN PHUONG THAO, Department of Dermatology - Dermatology Aesthetics, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, replied: Moles are harmless so they do not need to be removed, except in cases where the mole is too large, affecting aesthetics or causing irritation and itching due to rubbing, or in cases where the mole shows signs of malignancy.

There are many methods to remove moles such as electrocautery, laser cauterization, acid dotting, liquid nitrogen dotting or surgery. Depending on the location and size of the mole, the doctor will choose the optimal method. For small moles, the doctor will remove them with laser because it can precisely affect the point that needs to be removed and does not cause too much damage to the surrounding tissue.

Note that after removing moles, you need to take care of them, such as keeping the area dry, after washing your face and bathing, gently dry it to prevent infection. In addition, clean the wound twice a day with saline and apply medicine as prescribed by your doctor. After removing the mole, a brow will appear on the burn, so let this brow peel off naturally, do not remove it because this can easily cause scarring. It is important to eat a balanced diet, supplement vitamins A, C, and trace elements. In particular, avoid the sun to avoid hyperpigmentation in the mole area.

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