Skin Biopsy (cont.)
Medical Author:
Darilyn Campbell Falck, MD
Coauthor:
Troy M Falck, MD
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Thomas Rebbecchi, MD, FAAEM
IN THIS ARTICLEWhen to Seek Medical CareCall your doctor if you have worsening pain, spreading redness around the site, bleeding from the wound, fever (temperature greater than 100.4°F), or other concerns. Go to a hospital's emergency department if you have bleeding from the site that will not stop with gentle pressure, if you have a thick discharge (pus) from the wound, or if you have a high fever. Must Read Articles Related to Skin Biopsy
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