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Had minor mole removal on arm 3 days ago required 3 stitches. my arm feels sore..is this normal? how many times should i change bandage n put vaseline

Q: had minor mole removal on arm 3 days ago required 3 stitches. my arm feels sore..is this normal? how many times should i change bandage n put vaseline

Mole removal &amp; pain: Hello, It is normal for you to have some discomfort three days our from a mole removal. Notify your physician if you have increasing redness, swellling, or discharge. Otherwise, you should start to feel a lot better soon. I would clean it at least twice a day. Good luck. Dr. Kosari

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Mole removal & pain: Hello, It is normal for you to have some discomfort three days our from a mole removal. Notify your physician if you have increasing redness, swellling, or discharge. Otherwise, you should start to feel a lot better soon. I would clean it at least twice a day. Good luck. Dr. Kosari

Answered 4/14/2017

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Had minor mole removal on arm 3 days ago required 3 stitches. my arm feels sore..is this normal? how many times should i change bandage n put vaseline

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