Is it possible to remove moles in summer? What do you need to know? Doctor Lyudmila Artyushkevich tells us
In fact, we are talking about a recommendation, not a prohibition.
After the mole is removed, a wound remains, which is covered with fresh pink skin. This area does not contain melanin, the pigment that protects the skin from ultraviolet rays.
When exposed to sunlight, the body begins to actively produce melanin in this area, which can lead to hyperpigmentation.
Doctor of the HappyDerm medical center Lyudmila Artyushkevich notes that it is impossible to completely hide the face from the sun in the summer.
For this reason, planned mole removal is best done in spring, autumn or winter, when the number of sunny days is minimal.
However, when it comes to removing moles on other parts of the body, it depends on the person's plans.
If you are planning a trip to the sea or a vacation in your native land that involves sunbathing and swimming, it is recommended to wait until September. Even in the shade, you can receive a significant impact from reflected and diffused sunlight.
Important!!! If a mole is growing rapidly, damaged, bleeding or inflamed, it should be removed at any time, since the risk of negative consequences outweighs the inconvenience associated with protecting the removal site.
If a mole is removed from the face or other exposed part of the body, it is necessary to cover the area from the sun for two months or use sunscreen with a high protection factor. This will help minimize the risk of scar pigmentation.
Conclusion
- Removing moles in the summer is possible. It is not associated with the risk of developing skin cancer.
- The worst thing that can happen when exposed to UV rays is scar pigmentation.
- After the operation, it is recommended to cover the removal site from the sun for two months or use sunscreen with a high protection level. This way, the risk of scar pigmentation is minimized.
To assess the condition of a mole, it is recommended to make an appointment with a dermato-oncologist, who will be able to recommend the optimal time to remove the neoplasm.
