The black mole on my forehead is painful and swollen, and the inflammation is not improving with treatment. What should I do?
A black mole on my forehead has recently become painful and swollen, and anti-inflammatory treatment has shown no significant effect.
Doctor's answer (1)
It is recommended that patients schedule an appointment with a dermatologist for an in-person consultation as soon as possible. The doctor may visually examine the mole's shape, color, edges, and changes in size, and may also use a dermatoscope to obtain more detailed visual information.
If there is suspicion of possible malignant changes in the mole, the doctor may recommend a biopsy—removing the mole and sending it to a laboratory for pathological examination—to determine whether malignant cells are present. Additionally, if signs of infection are present, the doctor may prescribe appropriate antibiotic medication.
While waiting for medical consultation, patients should avoid scratching or squeezing the mole as much as possible to prevent worsening symptoms or triggering an infection. In terms of diet, patients should consume mild foods and avoid overly greasy or spicy foods to reduce stress on the skin.
