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Had a sore that would not heal for 2 months. had a biopsy, diagnosis -actinic keratosis with follicular extension- what will they do now? serious?

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Not serious: Any residual lesion could be removed. If the sore has healed, you doctor may choose to watch and wait.

Answered 5/15/2014

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