A 46-year-old member asked:

Is a malignant skin tumor indicative of cancer?

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Dr. Christian Schultheisanswered

Hematology and Oncology 26 years experience

Yes: By definition a malignant skin tumor is cancerous.

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Dr. Jeremy Whiteanswered

Surgery - Plastics 18 years experience

Yes: Yes, malignant means cancer. You should seek treatment with a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

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