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I have a small scab on the side of my breast that i accidentally scratched off. it is dark red and smooth now. no trauma, onset today. pcp follow up?

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Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

Good idea: If this scab and lesion does not look like it is normal for you, have your PCP check it out.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

I have a small scab on the side of my breast that i accidentally scratched off. it is dark red and smooth now. no trauma, onset today. pcp follow up?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Wayne Ingram answered

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