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I got a little piece of led from my led pencil stuck in my hand years ago. seems harmless. just cosmetic. who can remove it and how? pcp or surgeon?
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Prob not needed: The graphite from a pencil led makes a mark under the skin. It is not necessary to remove this- it is not harmful to you. Sometimes a primary care doctor could do this. Certainly a dermatologist can remove this if needed.
Answered 5/21/2016
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PCP first: I would start with a PCP who, after examining it, might recommend that you leave it alone, especially if it has been there for years.
Answered 4/26/2018
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