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By which method is a fibrous papule on the nose usually removed? how long until the spot heals and how noticeable is the scar or mark left behind?

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Plastic surgeon: In my opinion facial lesions are best removed by a plastic surgeon if you want to minimize postremoval scarring, deformity and discoloration.

Answered 9/21/2018

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A member asked:

By which method is a fibrous papule on the nose usually removed? how long until the spot heals and how noticeable is the scar or mark left behind?

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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