Suggest Ways To Remove Raised Moles On Face

Posted on Tue, 20 Jan 2015

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Tue, 20 Jan 2015 Answered on

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Question : How can I remove raised molds from my face? They have been tested and are not cancer. I was told they are caused by stress.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
I suggest a possibility of seborrheic keratosis; require an Image

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Thank you for writing to us at healthcaremagic

I have taken note of your query.

I think that you are referring to Seborrheic keratosis Or Dermatosis Papulosis Nigra (DPN).
These are benign in nature and are only of cosmetic concern.
They can be easily removed either with Co2 Laser vaporization, radiofrequency cautery Or freezing.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (19 days later)

Hi dr images attached please suggest

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (19 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
These are spots of dermatosis papulosa nigra/ DPN's

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

I have reviewed the Images.

I can see numerous, pin head sized and slightly larger, raised, dark brown spots.
These spots are of Dermatosis Papulosis Nigra (DPN) Or small seborrheic keratosis.
They are absolutely benign and are only of cosmetic concern. As many as half of those affected with DPN's have a positive history in other family members.
DPN's are best removed with either a CO 2 Laser Or Radiofrequency cautery.
The procedure is done under local anesthesia and produces remarkable cosmetic result.
I suggest you to talk to a dermatologist for the needful.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T