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Mole Removal - Know your treatment options
Moles can be removed for cosmetic reasons, or because they are potentially cancerous (melanoma). Most unwanted moles are surgically removed, cut out via punch excision, or shaved off with a scalpel. Read on to find out more.
Condition
What is Mole Removal?
Moles are clumps of pigment cells called melanocytes. These skin growths can range in color from red to light or dark brown, and they can be flat or raised from the skin, resembling dark spots.view more
How to diagnose and When to Consult a Doctor?
The Doctor can identify moles by looking at your skin. Some moles do not need treatment.
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Causes
- Irritation from friction (rubbing of clothes against the surface).
- Use of new skin care products or detergents.
Symptoms
- Asymmetry: One half does not look like the other half.
- Border: It has a poorly defined or irregular border.
- Color: It contains a variety of colors.
- Diameter: Melanomas are usually but not always bigger than 6 mm, about the size of a pencil eraser.
- Evolving: The mole has changed in size, shape, or color.
Causes
- Irritation from friction (rubbing of clothes against the surface).
- Use of new skin care products or detergents.
Symptoms
- Asymmetry: One half does not look like the other half.
- Border: It has a poorly defined or irregular border.
- Color: It contains a variety of colors.
- Diameter: Melanomas are usually but not always bigger than 6 mm, about the size of a pencil eraser.
- Evolving: The mole has changed in size, shape, or color.
When to go for surgery?
Most people are good candidates for mole removal, especially if you are concerned about how it makes you look, it catches on jewelry and clothing, or you are worried that it might be cancerous. ,
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Dr Sharan
M.B.B.S , M.S (Surgery)
10 years in General Surgery
Dr Gautam
M.B.B.S ,M.S (General Surgery)
13 years in General Surgery
Dr Alok Banka
MBBS, MS - General Surgery
10 years in General Surgery
Is it covered under insurance?
Is the treatment covered under insurance?
Health insurances cover the cost of Mole Removal treatment. The limit on claim amount depends on your policy. Cashless or reimbursement depends on your policy, TPA and affiliations of the hospital with the insurance company.
How is the recovery after surgery?
Recovery from Mole removal is 100 percent pain free and a person can return to routine activities after 3 to 4 days of surgery.Its Normal to feel itching 2 to 3 days after surgery.
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First I would like convey my thanks to medibuddy and their Care Buddy who assisted me till the discharge. Medibuddy provided hassle free consultation and for the operation. The entire insurance policy was taken care without involvement and it helped me to take care of myself. Finally I would like to thank the Unity hospital staff and their doctor
Surya Kumar
I sincerely thank MediBuddy for coordination and commitment towards the service rendered in making my total knee replacement surgery hassle-free. Your work is truly commendable, and I appreciate your professional attitude. So easy to talk to and work with, very helpful always! Massive thanks.
Abhilasha Vasant
The experience with MediBuddy and their Care Buddy was great. I had a fast approval on my claim. I have not faced any difficulties throughout the process. I would like to mention special for the Care Buddies for their continuous follow ups starting with the consultation till hospital discharge. Thanks team for following up even after the surgery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Moles and blemishes are removed after a local anaesthetic has been applied to the area. The physician will remove the moles using one of a number of different methods. Most moles are removed with a scalpel whilst others are shaved off, frozen off with cold liquid nitrogen gas or removed using a precision laser. You will feel no pain or very little pain depending on the location of the mole or blemish and the removal methods used. Mole removal is quick and will not interfere with any plans you have for the day. Mole removal can be carried out for both cosmetic and medical reasons and your surgeon will discuss the details of each procedure.
Mole removal is requested by both men and women who are concerned about one or more moles on their body or face. Protruding moles for example can become irritated if constantly rubbed by clothes or caught when shaving. Many patients also request mole removal for cosmetic reasons if the removal will enhance their appearance. We have successfully treated many patients and can safely remove moles and blemishes from anywhere on the body or face.
Mole and blemish removal will usually leave a small scar. However, any scars will fade dramatically over the first year following the procedure. When a mole is removed, the skin surface is damaged and therefore needs to heal. A scab will form which will usually heal within a couple of weeks as long as it is treated with care. There will then be some inflammation of the area, but this will settle down and disappear within a few weeks. How noticeable a scar is largely depends on the size and location of the mole, but essentially scars are minimal.
Mole removal is a very simple procedure and considered very minor surgery. Thousands of patients have moles and blemishes removed each year without any problems or complications. Before the procedure takes place, your surgeon will discuss any risks involved and the best treatment that suits your circumstances and the mole or blemishes in question. Your surgeon will explain the entire procedure from start to finish together with any after-care that may be required.
Mole removal is considered minor surgery and therefore recuperation time is almost zero. You may feel a little localised discomfort which can easily be relieved with painkillers. This discomfort should disappear after a couple of days, but your surgeon will discuss what to do should you have any discomfort or swelling that does not disappear after a few days.
