Question 1

bugbite-like growth on scalp for 4 weeks. at first skin color, but now looks red inflamed. symmetrical, clear borders, not bloody.looks like one patch of eczema. black hair, 28 yr male, no family history.
biopsy is pending. what type of skin cancer?

Accepted Answer

Skin biopsy: Wait for a biopsy result.  It may be treatable reactive condition, not a cancerous.

Question 2

does eyelid cancer show a bump or sore of some kind, or would some eyelashes missing be all there is to see? my eyelid looks normal but some hairs on the outer corner of right upper lid are missing? do i need to be concerned about this being cancer?

Accepted Answer

: Rarely, skin cancer of the eyelid can cause localized lash loss but the skin on the eyelid won't be intact and you should recognize the lesion at that area. If your eyelid looks normal, you should be fine, the lashes will grow back.

Question 3

ultrasound done. not cancer. looks like vessel clog. lump under skin under penis head. itchy only after masturbation. no pain. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Lump on penis : Difficult to answer without more information and examination. But it could be blood vessels

Question 4

red odorous bumps looks like pimples under penis head partner had cancer causing hpv but treated could she give me genital warts? or  is it yeast inf?

Accepted Answer

Need to be seen: This is probably an infection -- several come to mind, including chancroid -- and your physician needs to see it.

Question 5

i realize i shouldn't jump to conclusions. what are the chances of white lump about pea size,looks like a white head under the skin of my ear lobe being cancer? it hurts to touch. should i see a doctor to get it drained?

Accepted Answer

: Chances are 0 but please see a doc for treatment.

Question 6

can you get cancer by dyeying your hair?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: There is no definitive evidence that consumers have an increased risk of cancer due to hair dyes. Professional hairdressers have an increased risk of bladder cancer.

Question 7

how do i go about donating my hair to cancer victims?

Accepted Answer

Not much value: Most patients can easily find a hair piece(wig) which suits them, so they may not like your hair all that much.

Question 8

was curious as to where can you donate your hair to cancer patiense?

Accepted Answer

NO: The cancer patients can not have implant the hair because they are immunosuppres.

Question 9

what can i do to get a wig made of my hair so that my aunt that has cancer can have it?

Accepted Answer

Congratulations!: Congratulations on your decision.  The organization is called "locks of love" and their website is at:
http://www.Locksoflove.Org/donate.Html.

Question 10

can hair dye cause cancer?

Accepted Answer

Know of no: studies that associating hair coloring with cancer.

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Bugbite-like growth on scalp for 4 weeks. at first skin color, but now looks red inflamed. symmetrical, clear borders, not bloody.looks like one patch of eczema. black hair, 28 yr male, no family history. biopsy is pending. what type of skin cancer?

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Does eyelid cancer show a bump or sore of some kind, or would some eyelashes missing be all there is to see? my eyelid looks normal but some hairs on the outer corner of right upper lid are missing? do i need to be concerned about this being cancer?

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Ultrasound done. not cancer. looks like vessel clog. lump under skin under penis head. itchy only after masturbation. no pain. what could it be?

A member asked:

Red odorous bumps looks like pimples under penis head partner had cancer causing hpv but treated could she give me genital warts? or is it yeast inf?

A member asked:

I realize i shouldn't jump to conclusions. what are the chances of white lump about pea size,looks like a white head under the skin of my ear lobe being cancer? it hurts to touch. should i see a doctor to get it drained?

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Can you get cancer by dyeying your hair?

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How do i go about donating my hair to cancer victims?

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Was curious as to where can you donate your hair to cancer patiense?

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What can i do to get a wig made of my hair so that my aunt that has cancer can have it?

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Can hair dye cause cancer?

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