How to Remove Moles

Nov 29, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Liu Wenmin

Introduction

Generally, methods for removing moles include medication-based removal, surgical excision, laser therapy, cryotherapy (freezing), and electrocautery. If discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical consultation at a hospital and undergo standardized treatment under a doctor's guidance. It is also advisable to maintain good hygiene habits, follow a balanced diet, and engage in appropriate exercise to promote overall health.

Common methods for removing moles include medicinal removal, surgical excision, laser therapy, cryotherapy, and electrocautery. If discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical consultation at a hospital and undergo standardized treatment under a physician's guidance. Detailed explanations are as follows:

1. Medicinal Removal

Commonly used medications for mole removal include tretinoin cream, hydroquinone cream, and salicylic acid ointment. These medications work by inhibiting melanocyte proliferation or promoting keratinocyte exfoliation, accelerating melanin metabolism, thereby reducing skin pigmentation and achieving mole removal.

2. Surgical Excision

Surgical excision is suitable for large, deep moles or those suspected of having malignant potential. The procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia. The physician makes an incision along the edge of the mole, removing the mole along with some surrounding normal tissue, and then sutures the wound. Surgical excision may leave some scarring, but for large moles, it provides thorough removal and reduces the risk of recurrence.

3. Laser Therapy

Laser therapy uses high-energy laser beams to instantly fragment and vaporize mole tissue. It is suitable for small and superficial moles. The approximate cost ranges from 3,000 to 5,000 yuan per session, with visible improvement generally seen within 1–2 weeks. However, temporary side effects such as redness, swelling, or blistering may occur.

4. Cryotherapy

Cryotherapy involves using liquid nitrogen's low temperature to cause mole tissue to necrose and fall off. When liquid nitrogen acts on mole cells, the intracellular water freezes, and the formation of ice crystals destroys the cellular structure, achieving mole removal. The approximate cost is 300–1,000 yuan per mole, with visible improvement generally seen within 1–3 months. However, reactions such as blistering and swelling may occur.

5. Electrocautery

Electrocautery uses high-frequency electric needles to generate high temperatures that burn and destroy mole tissue, causing the mole cells to carbonize and necrose. It is suitable for small moles and allows rapid mole removal. The approximate cost is 100–800 yuan per mole, with visible improvement generally seen within 2–3 weeks. However, symptoms such as pain and swelling may occur.

It is recommended to maintain good hygiene habits, eat a balanced diet, and engage in appropriate physical activity to promote overall health.

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Can moles on the philtrum be removed?

Moles on the philtrum can be removed. In daily life, it is important to take sun protection measures, such as wearing a sun hat, sunglasses, and applying sunscreen when going outdoors, to reduce harm from ultraviolet radiation to the skin. At the same time, one should pay attention to protecting the skin and avoid skin damage caused by external factors. If the mole on the philtrum becomes itchy, painful, or causes other discomfort, do not scratch it with your hands; seek medical attention promptly.

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Can black moles be completely removed?

In general, whether a dark birthmark can be completely removed depends on its size and location. Smaller or more superficial birthmarks can usually be completely removed, while larger or deeper ones may be difficult to eliminate entirely. If any discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention at a hospital and undergo standardized treatment under a doctor's guidance.