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A member asked:
If you've nail subungual melanoma, does it suppose to feel hurt, itch, or you don't feel anything?ty
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Depends: You could have any of these symptoms or none at all. If you have concern about a lesion, don't ignore it and seek physican consultation and possible biopsy right away. The key to skin cancer treatment is early detection.
Answered 7/23/2016
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Usually painless: Usually they cause no symptoms at all.
Answered 3/27/2013
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