How can I get rid of facial moles? Are there any side effects to doing that?
د. Michel Moutran,
جراحة التجميل
- Depending on the size of the moles and there type they can be removed with electrocautery, surgery, azote, peels, lasers etc. They might leave a small scar that we try to make invisible. Seek the advi... إقرأ أكثر
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Im planning on removing a 1cm diametre mole off my back. Who should do it a dermato or a surgeon? Who is supposedly better and what is the difference?
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د. Michel Moutran,
جراحة التجميل
- The mole should be examined to be sure it is totally benign. The surgery can be performed by a qualified doctor whether it is a dermatologist with skin surgery skills or a plastic surgeon
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I have a 1cm diametre very dark brown mole where a dermato said it is benign but can b removed It is hurting maybe due 2 constant rubbing with clothes etc... Wht shld i do? I am afraid to do a biopsy
د. Ismaël Maatouk,
الأمراض الجلدية
- You should not be afraid from biopsy. You can remove it surgically and send it to pathology for examination to have a 100% accurate diagnosis.
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For many years, I've had a black mole with a diameter of 1cm. I'm afraid it's skin melanoma. Should I go to a special cancer surgical clinic to remove it or a good surgeon can remove & clean it?
د. Rola Al Dhaybi,
الأمراض الجلدية
- You should let a dermatologist examine it and he will be able to let you know if it is benign and can be left or if it needs to be removed. Since it is small the dermatologist can remove it easily in ... إقرأ أكثر
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Does the CNSS, insurance, Cooperative of Government Employees.. pay for a mole removal? or is it considered as a beautifying thing? thanks in advance
د. Ghassan Nawfal,
الجراحة
- They usually do pay for skin lesions if they receive a report from the surgeon prior to the procedure.
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Can I remove a mole without asking a dermato? means can I go directly to a surgeon and remove it or it can cause me skin problems for the future if removed without a dermato prescription? thank you
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د. Thierry Yazbek,
الجراحة
- Yes you can remove it without a dermato prescription, your surgeon will excise the entire mole with a safe margin and the mole will be sent to be analysed.
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How much does it cost to remove a small mole?
د. Salim Saab,
طب الأذن والحنجرة
- According to the CNSS, it should cost between 75 and 200 dollars.
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I have four elevated moles on my back, should I get them checked?
د. Faek Jamali,
الجراحة
- Most malls are benign. However, any mole that you feel is suspicious or growing should be medically by a specialist. this is especially true if any of the moles demonstrates any of the features malign... إقرأ أكثر
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