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I have inflammation on a small mole on face(doctor says its fine) after two weeks, there is still grey mark around mole. will it fade? what shud i do?

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Dr. Karen Han
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Dermatology 25 years experience
Sunscreen: The grey discoloration is called post inflammatory hyperpigmentation. This will eventually go away. Suncreen will prevent it from getting darker. However, if the mole continues to be inflamed, you should follow up with your doctor again for re-evaluation.
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