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White/brown scab non itchy on my head half the size of parm of my hand, growing slowly and numbish. what is it? someone said cancer?
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Skin lesion: For most skin lesions it is best to be seen by a dermatologist and they can do a biopsy if clinically indicated.
Answered 10/5/2016
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Follow-Up: Please follow-up with your doctor for an evaluation. You may require a biopsy to establish a diagnosis.
Answered 3/15/2013
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