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Do you have to have a biopsy to diagnose bxo (balanitis xerotica obliterans)?
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Yes!: To know the cause so that it can be accurately treated.
Answered 9/23/2012
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No, usually don't...: Bxo (balanitis xerotica obliterans) usually requires no biopsy to make its dx. But, if being uncertain for differentiating its DX and skin cancer by hx and inspection, biopsy of concerned area may be required. Ask doc timely.
Answered 6/10/2014
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