Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Causes Mole/scab On Upper Lip?
Hi, I had a brooding pimple on my upper lip 3 weeks back and it suddenly developed into what looks like a mole/scab. The patch on my lip is still peeling but I haven t been able to scratch the mole/scab off. I m worried it might be a cancerous mole, should I be concerned? 28 year old female.
posted on
Fri, 14 Mar 2014
Medically reviewed by
Ask A Doctor - 24x7 Medical Review Team
Mon, 17 Aug 2020
Answered on
Tue, 25 Aug 2020
Last reviewed on
Hi,
It may be pyogenic granuloma most probably. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Your dermatologist after examination and investigations may confirm the diagnosis of pyogenic granuloma and then may remove the lesion by electrocautery under local anaesthesia.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
It may be pyogenic granuloma most probably. Consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment. Your dermatologist after examination and investigations may confirm the diagnosis of pyogenic granuloma and then may remove the lesion by electrocautery under local anaesthesia.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilyas Patel, Dermatologist
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Melanocytic nevus
Loading Online Doctors....