Skin Lesions
What are skin lesions?
A skin lesion is a part of the skin that has an abnormal growth or color compared to the skin surrounding it. Your family doctor or another physician may refer you to a surgeon if this lesion appears concerning.
What are the risks of removing lesions?
The removal of these lesions is generally quite simple and only require a local anesthetic (freezing). There is a minimal risk of minor bleeding, infection and reoccurrence of the lesion.
Instructions regarding excisions of lesions
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Sutures may or may not have been used. Your surgeon will give you instructions on when/where to get these removed
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Any dressing applied can be removed after 24 hours, keep the incision dry and clean. A small amount of Polysporin or Vaseline can be used only if instructed by your surgeon.
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Call the office or seek medical assistance if there is excessive bleeding or signs of infection (increasing redness, heat, fever, or pus/drainage from the wound).
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Pathology results usually take 2-4 weeks to receive. If your surgeon recommends a follow-up appointment, call the office to schedule.