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A 32-year-old female asked:

Had a back mole removed about a week ago. area has a scab and still a bit of dissolvable stitch. the skin around the area is red but no puss - normal?

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Dr. Louis Galliaanswered

Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial 47 years experience

Yes: Totally normal. If not better within a week, see Doc for reevaluation.

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