Removal of Benign Skin Tumors: Excision Based on Accurate Diagnosis

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This is Mutoel Plastic Surgery.

At Mutoel, through a systematic treatment process

and close collaboration between specialists in plastic surgery and dermatology,

we provide an accurate plan tailored to each person’s skin condition

and treatment purpose.

We do not recommend unnecessary procedures,

and we take responsibility for the entire process with care,

without missing what is truly needed.

We will be a Mutoel Plastic Surgery clinic that carefully considers even the smallest choices

and repays you with satisfying results.

A small lump or mole on the skin,

a round, palpable nodule—

have you ever dismissed one with the thought that it would be fine?

In fact, many skin lesions do not threaten our lives,

but that does not mean they should be left alone

without any action.

Benign tumors that appear on the skin come in many types,

so it can be difficult to make an accurate judgment

based on appearance alone.

Also, depending on the tumor’s location, depth, and tissue characteristics,

a simple removal may be enough,

but in some cases, a definitive diagnosis must be made

through surgical excision along with a biopsy.

That is why the most important first step

is not a “simple removal,” but an accurate diagnosis.

At Mutoel, through collaboration between dermatology and plastic surgery,

we reduce unnecessary removals and provide care for each client

in a way that does not miss the treatments that are truly needed.

What are benign skin tumors?

A benign skin tumor is an abnormal proliferation of tissue

that arises in the skin layer or subcutaneous tissue layer,

and unlike malignant tumors, it does not spread to other areas

or threaten life, and it can occur in anyone,

regardless of age or sex.

Most grow slowly and often have relatively clear borders,

but as they gradually become larger over time,

they can also be accompanied by inflammation, pain, or bleeding.

In particular, tumors located deep under the skin

are often much larger in actual extent than what appears on the surface,

so there are clear limits to judging their characteristics

with the naked eye.

It is not a matter of “seeing it and removing it,”

but of first identifying what kind of lesion it is.

In what cases is removal necessary?

Not all benign skin tumors are candidates

for surgical removal.

However, if any of the following apply,

it is a good idea to consider removal after evaluation by a specialist.

If the size is gradually increasing or the shape is changing,

if pain, repeated inflammation, or bleeding are present,

or if the cosmetic burden is significant.

In particular, if there are accompanying pigment changes or marked asymmetry in shape,

it is advisable to perform a pathological biopsy

to clearly distinguish whether the tumor is benign or malignant.

At Mutoel Plastic Surgery in Yongsan, we perform an ultrasound examination before surgery

to determine the surgical direction based on objective evidence,

and after tissue removal, we conduct a pathology test

to finish with a definite diagnosis.

How is the removal of benign skin tumors performed?

Treatment methods for benign tumors can vary

depending on the type, location, size, and depth of the lesion.

In cases such as skin tags or warts,

which are limited to the epidermis,

they can be removed simply using non-incisional methods

such as a CO2 laser, cryotherapy, or electrocautery.

However, lesions such as epidermal cysts or lipomas

require surgical excision so that the tissue can be removed intact through a skin incision,

which helps lower the risk of recurrence.

At this time, the important points are to ensure that the lesion is completely removed

without any remaining tissue,

and to decide in which direction to make the incision and how to suture it

to minimize scarring.

In other words, plastic surgery-style fine suturing is performed

to minimize scarring at the removal site.

The removed tissue is fixed in formalin,

made into slides, and then directly analyzed under a microscope by a pathology specialist

to arrive at the final diagnosis.

Post-treatment care is as important as removal.

When removing a benign skin tumor,

it is important not only to safely and completely remove the lesion,

but also because the final skin condition, the degree of scarring,

and treatment satisfaction can vary depending on how recovery and aftercare are handled after removal.

Immediately after the procedure, temporary swelling,

bruising, and a feeling of tightness may occur,

and until the sutures are removed,

you should keep the wound area clean

and visit the clinic according to the schedule

to receive dressing changes and disinfection.

Although the timing of suture removal varies by area, it is usually done 7 to 10 days after surgery,

and even after the stitches are removed,

please avoid excessive stimulation such as massage or rubbing for about ten more days,

and refrain from exfoliating the area.

Exposure to ultraviolet rays is one of the biggest causes of scar pigmentation,

so until the redness of the scar mostly fades, usually over 2 to 3 months,

you should pay attention to sun protection when going বাইরে.

At Mutoel Clinic, even after treatment,

we continuously check the recovery status of the surgical site and the skin response,

and if necessary, we provide guidance on scar treatment

and additional care.

Because aftercare methods can vary depending on an individual’s skin type and recovery speed,

if you have any questions or discomfort after treatment,

please consult the medical staff at any time.

In closing..

A lump or mole that appears on the face or body

does not have to be feared unconditionally,

but it is also not good to take benign skin tumors lightly

and leave them untreated.

If surgical removal is performed immediately without an accurate diagnosis,

it can lead to aftereffects such as recurrence of the tumor,

severe scarring, or persistent inflammation.

Mutoel Plastic Surgery and Mutoel Dermatology

always consider which approach will be most helpful for the patient

through collaboration among three specialists.

This has been Mutoel Plastic Surgery,

which always thinks together with our clients about both health and beauty,

right by your side.

Thank you.