Biopsy Aftercare:

  • Keep the Band-Aid in place for 24 hours.

  • Wash area with soap and water daily.

  • Apply plain Petroleum Jelly or Vaseline and a new Band-Aid daily until the skin is fully healed.

  • If the area becomes red or tender, apply Polysporin ointment twice daily.

  • Call the office if there is concern for infection.

Liquid Nitrogen (Cryotherapy) Aftercare:

  • It is ok to bathe normally after your treatment. Gently clean the area with warm water and mild soap, then pat dry. Apply Vaseline or plain Petroleum Jelly to the area 1-2x daily if needed. You do not have to keep the area covered with a Band-Aid, but you may do so if you prefer.

  • The site treated will become red after the procedure and may develop a blister or scab after treatment. This is normal. DO NOT pick at the blister or scab or remove the top of the blister. It will heal on its own within 1-2 weeks.

Excision Aftercare:

  • Leave the top pressure bandage on your wound for 48 hours after your procedure; keep it clean and dry.

  • After 48 hours you may remove the pressure bandage. Leave the transparent covering over the suture line. This is called a Bioclusive. It is a dressing that helps protect the wound, keeps it clean, and promotes healing. Leave this in place until it comes off on its own.

  • Wash with soap and water daily after both bandages are removed. Do not scrub the area.

  • Apply a thick layer of Vaseline or Petroleum Jelly to the wound daily.

  • Cover with bandage.

  • Change the dressing daily.

Activity Restrictions:

  • Avoid heavy lifting (anything over 10 pounds) or strenuous exercise for at least a few weeks. Preferably 2-6 weeks. This allows the area to heal to prevent wound dehiscence and poor scar cosmesis completely. We intentionally suture the wound elevated because with time the area will flatten.

Call the office if you have any concerns about infection or questions regarding your care.

Call our office and select 3 if you have a serious concern outside of normal business hours. This connects you with an answering service that will page a provider on call.

To reduce the risk of scar formation or discoloration, we always recommend to practice good sun avoidance and proper sunscreen use.