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Skin discoloration on lip. what does cancer look like?
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Skin: Could be vitiligo. Should be checked out.
Answered 3/31/2012
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Lip cancer: Cancer on the lip may present like a discoloration. Lip cancer may also present as a lump, or an ulcerative lesion. Squamous cell carcinomas and basal cell carcinomas can commonly occur, but there are other types too.
Answered 12/23/2014
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Non-healing ulcer: While discoloration may be one symptom of an early lesion or a pre-cancerous lesion, lip cancers usually present as non-healing ulcers. It would be prudent to consult your doctor if you have any doubt.
Answered 9/28/2017
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