Skin Lesions - Face & Neck
Skin Lesions
Skin lesions that cause irritation such as itching, bleeding, pain, obstruction of vision/breathing/eating, may be removed for medical reasons. These lesions are often submitted for pathologic review to ensure that there is not an unusual or concerning process involved.
Skin Cancer
Skin lesions that tend to bleed, not heal, grow or change over time should be evaluated for possible malignancy (cancer). Individuals with a history of skin cancer should have regular full body checks by a dermatologist. Treatment of skin cancer typically involves complete surgical excision of the cancer. When skin cancer sits close to the eye, nose, mouth or ear, specialized reconstruction may be needed by a facial plastic surgeon in order to prevent physical distortion and possible functional impairment of breathing, vision or hearing.
