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Are dermatofibromas fluid filled? can they be 'popped'

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No: They're actually tougher and more solid than the surrounding tissue. If you've been told it's a DF but it's loaded with fluid, it's likely a ganglion cyst or small adnexal tumor instead.

Answered 8/4/2018

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