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A member asked:
Was diaghnosed with benign skin cancer-something to worry about?
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No such thing: Cancer by definition can't be benign but the most common skin cancers (basal cell and squamous cell) have a very indolent behavior and are easily cured with surgery so that's probably what you have. Alternatively, you may have a benign skin tumor (not cancer). Either way, your chances of cure are excellent. Best to you.
Answered 9/13/2018
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