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Possible kerateocanthoma started in sept. asked for dermatologist referral. in 7-9 days they'll call just to make appt. i'm scared. is that too slow?

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Keratoacanthoma: Keratoacanthoma is a variant of squamous cell skin cancer that often grows quickly on the skin . These lesions are highly curable with surgery. It is best to have the lesion treated as soon as possible. Generally waiting a matter of couple of weeks will not effect the outcome.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Possible kerateocanthoma started in sept. asked for dermatologist referral. in 7-9 days they'll call just to make appt. i'm scared. is that too slow?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Coyle Connolly answered

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