Do not try to remove a mole at home
Do not cut, burn, tie off, or pick at a mole
See a dermatologist or licensed medical professional
Get the mole examined first, especially if it is changing, painful, bleeding, itchy, or irregular
Ask about safe removal options such as surgical excision, shave removal, or biopsy
Follow the clinician’s aftercare instructions exactly
Keep the area clean and protected after removal
Seek urgent medical care if you notice infection, heavy bleeding, or rapid changes in the mole