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Bathing Trunk Nevus
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Treatment & Monitoring
What are the treatments for the condition?
The lesion must be carefully monitored for any changes in color or texture. Surgery to remove the nevus may be recommended to prevent the development of melanoma.
What are the side effects of the treatments?
Surgery may cause bleeding, infection, and allergic reactions to the anesthesia.
What happens after treatment for the condition?
After the nevus is removed, the area needs to be watched closely for signs of infection.
How is the condition monitored?
A bathing trunk nevus should be closely monitored by the healthcare provider. The affected person, or the family, should report any changes in texture or color to the healthcare provider.