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Raised itchy spots on back of my scalp?

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Dr. Chris Oh answered

Psoriasis: It is probably psoriasis but like with any lesion you would need to have it examined as certain cancers can present this way.

Dr Ali and 5 doctors agreed

Answered 9/26/2018

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