Do you have a mole that is driving you crazy and you just want it removed? The first thing to do when this is the case is to make sure that the mole is not cancerous. Most of the time this can be verified just by looking at the size, color and shape, however it is always recommended to have it checked out by a dermatologist. Removal of moles is possible by the method of scratching them. Many dermatologists can prescribe a cream, some of which can be found over the counter for use on the mole once it has been scraped off with an emery board. Make sure that the cream is effective and that you are not allergic to any of its ingredients. Once you are sure that it will not hurt you, only then should you scratch the mole on your skin.
So how do you go about scratching a mole? Many of the over-the-counter creams have easy-to-follow instructions. These are the steps that are part of the easy mole removal process:
1. Wash skin with soap and water and apply antibacterial solution to area to be scratched.
2. Use a clean toothpick or nail file as provided in the package to scratch the mole. Scratch only the entire surface of the mole and not the surrounding skin. Scratch the mole vigorously (do not prick) so that the cream fully penetrates the surface of the mole, but not so hard that the skin bleeds. If bleeding occurs, wait for the bleeding to stop before applying the cream.
3. Stir the cream well with the provided applicator. Do not use a common applicator that may contaminate the solution or infect the mole.
4. After scratching the surface of the mole, apply a small amount of cream with the provided applicator. Make sure the surface of the mole is covered with a thin layer of cream. Avoid applying the cream to any part of the skin surrounding the mole.
5. Let the cream act for up to 20 minutes. Five to ten minutes of strong stinging sensation is normal. The mole would darken and the skin around the mole would normally swell. If you don’t feel any stinging, scratch the mole more deeply and reapply a small amount of the cream to penetrate the surface.
6. After twenty minutes, wash the mole cream off the skin, especially the skin around the mole. It would be better to use an antibacterial soap or cleansing solution to wash the skin. This would not only prevent infection; It would also help the scar to disappear faster.
7. Moles that are flat usually only require one treatment, while raised moles may require repeat procedures or wait until the scab falls off the mole before repeating procedures.
8. Normally a scab will appear after one or two days. Let it fall off on its own and avoid removing the scab prematurely. You can use aloe vera or antibiotic cream to wash the area.
9. In seven to ten days, the scab will fall off naturally and completely. Pink or red tissue is normal after the scab falls off the mole. If any of the mole remains at that point, you can repeat the process as needed.