What to know
How it is performed
Depending on the diagnosis, options may include excision, selected laser or other scar treatments, or a combination. Some removed lesions require laboratory examination. The approach balances the treatment goal with the expected scar or skin change.
Who may consider a consultation?
People with a lesion or scar concern can seek assessment. Diagnosis, skin type, scarring tendency and previous treatment influence the recommendation.
Recovery & follow-up
Aftercare depends on whether treatment involves a wound, laser or another method. Follow skin-care and sun-protection advice, and ask how pigmentation and scars may change over time.
Risks & considerations
Discuss recurrence, persistent or altered scarring, infection, pigmentation changes and the possibility of an incomplete cosmetic improvement.
Questions to bring to your consultation
Ask whether the lesion needs medical investigation before removal, and discuss scar expectations, recurrence and appropriate treatment choices.