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The doctor removed the cherry angiomas and other moles on my scalp, face and some parts of my body last day via electrosurgery. when can i take shower? 24 hours after the treatment is enough?

Q: the doctor removed the cherry angiomas and other moles on my scalp, face and some parts of my body last day via electrosurgery. when can i take shower? 24 hours after the treatment is enough?

: Yes, you can do it if you have to or you can wait another day.

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

Yes, you can do it if you have to or you can wait another day.

Answered 5/22/2022

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

It is safe to take a shower. Do not rub the affected areas too hard when drying yourself. Wish you good health!

Answered 5/23/2022

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A member asked:

The doctor removed the cherry angiomas and other moles on my scalp, face and some parts of my body last day via electrosurgery. when can i take shower? 24 hours after the treatment is enough?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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Dr. Gurmukh Singh answered

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