Care of Biopsied Site

1. The following morning remove the Band-Aid.
2. Cleand the area with hydrogen peroxide.
3. Apply an antibiotic ointment: we prefer Polysporin or you can use Vaseline.  **DO NOT USE NEOSPORIN**
4. Cover the site with a new Band-Aid.
5. Repeat daily for 1 week.
6. You may have some discomfort.  Take Tylenol to relieve the pain and apply an ice pack.
7. You may be left with a scar.  Scaring is usually minimal.  If you are dissatisfied with the scar or if the scar becomes raised please schedule another appointment.

If you have not received a phone call or a card within one week with the results of your biopsy, please call the office at 706-235-7711 or toll free at 1-888-969-3376.  Your specimen is being sent to Southeastern Pathology.  They will bill you separately for the work they perform.