After mole removal, the integrity of the skin is damaged, and if the skin is exposed to water, bacterial infection, inflammatory reaction or even pus will occur and finally produce scarring or pigmentation.
After mole removal, the barrier function of the skin is damaged, the ability to resist the invasion of pathogenic microorganisms is reduced, and our daily water contains a large number of pathogenic microorganisms. If the skin is exposed to water after mole removal, the pathogenic microorganisms in the water can invade the skin through the skin wound caused by mole removal, leading to bacterial infection, causing inflammation or even pus. This prolongs the healing time of the wound and may result in scarring or hyperpigmentation.
If the skin gets wet after mole removal, it should be immediately dipped in sterile gauze or cotton swabs and dried, and mupirocin ointment or erythromycin ointment should be applied externally.
If there is any discomfort, go to the hospital for standardized treatment.