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Most biopsies heal well within 5–7 days, and if sutured, the sutures usually absorb in 10 days. For small punch biopsies, analgesia is rarely required, but if needed paracetamol should be used to avoid the increased bleeding tendency of aspirin. Simple instructions given to the patient and backed up with written information should include the following:

Figure 7.2 Example of poor biopsy technique resulting in a crushed specimen, which makes accurate interpretation impossible.

 Avoid soaking the area in the bath for 48 hours, but showering is fine. The area should be cleaned daily.

 Apply yellow soft paraffin to the area as a barrier before urinating to reduce any discomfort.

 Avoid heavy exercise, swimming, or sexual intercourse until the area has healed.

 If the area bleeds – apply firm pressure.

 Signs of infection include erythema, pain, swelling, discharge, or fever, and then medical advice should be sought.