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I have what appears to be a small growth of extra skin on the back of my head that looks like a large wart. can i try removal at home first?

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Dr. Ihab Ibrahim answered

Specializes in Pain Management

No: Please don't as the scalp is very vascular and prone to bleeding profusely. Have a dermatologist do it, please.

Dr Smith agreed

Answered 12/26/2012

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