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What Causes Swelling And Discharge From A Mole?

Hi, my husband has prominent mole on his face (sideburn) and a few days go the area around it got really swollen, red and sore. Last night it oozed quite a lot of pus and the swelling went down, though the mole remains crusty and large. He says it feels less tender now. Normal? Or worrying?
Mon, 1 Jun 2015
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern.

Brief answer - Compound mole

As per your query swelling and discharge from mole is definitely a matter you should be little worried about. Its a symptoms of compound mole which is the most common type and as it is tender and draining pus i would suggest you not to touch it all or pop it with anything. Don't wash it with any chemical agent except medicated face wash that too with very less quantity.

Visit dermatologist or oral microbiologist , get its biopsy done to rule out any malignancy. Get it excised after proper examination. You can go for laser or cauterization as well for aesthetic purposes.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

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Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Swelling And Discharge From A Mole?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. Brief answer - Compound mole As per your query swelling and discharge from mole is definitely a matter you should be little worried about. Its a symptoms of compound mole which is the most common type and as it is tender and draining pus i would suggest you not to touch it all or pop it with anything. Don t wash it with any chemical agent except medicated face wash that too with very less quantity. Visit dermatologist or oral microbiologist , get its biopsy done to rule out any malignancy. Get it excised after proper examination. You can go for laser or cauterization as well for aesthetic purposes. Hope your concern has been resolved. Please write a review about your experience with me and do click at i find this answer helpful if its valuable for you. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari