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How long is normal for a mole biopsy site to hurt? thanks?

Q: how long is normal for a mole biopsy site to hurt? thanks?

: If it wasn't a fully excisional skin biopsy with tight sutures in place &amp; was without complications, it shouldn't hurt more than a few days. If it does, have the MD who performed the procedure examine the biopsy site.

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If it wasn't a fully excisional skin biopsy with tight sutures in place & was without complications, it shouldn't hurt more than a few days. If it does, have the MD who performed the procedure examine the biopsy site.

Answered 1/19/2023

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How long is normal for a mole biopsy site to hurt? thanks?

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