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A member asked:

If i have a small 4mm lump / bump on my penis skin, but never had sex, could it be cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Robert Jackson answered

Yes: Yes, you need to see your dermatologist for a biopsy.

Answered 10/4/2016

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