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I received 1 stitch after a mole removal.my dr wasn't clear on aftercare.should i use neosporin and bandage the wound along w/ cleaning w/ soap & h2o?

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Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Simple is best.: Just a band aid with a spot of neosporin should be fine. No cleaning necessary. Keep clean and dry until suture removal in about 7 days - or sooner if this is on your face.

Dr Saghafi and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/1/2018

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A member asked:

I received 1 stitch after a mole removal.my dr wasn't clear on aftercare.should i use neosporin and bandage the wound along w/ cleaning w/ soap & h2o?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Dan Fisher answered

Dr Saghafi and another doctor agreed

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