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A 22-year-old female asked:
Can hard subcutaneous nodules(around 1 cm each)on lower legs, that slightly itch and blackened skin and slight swelling of legs be symptoms of cancer?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Dr. Chevies Newmananswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 23 years experience
There are many: Types of cancer but in your age group i would not jump to that conclusion? You likely had two sebaceous cysts or someting benign. Get seen but cancer is very low probability. Good luck.
5.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago

Dr. James Gulleyanswered
Hematology and Oncology 27 years experience
Yes: They are probably not cancer but certainly could be. You should have this checked out by your physician. If you have problems with your immune system, there is a type of cancer called kaposi's sarcoma that can look like this.
5.2k viewsAnswered >2 years ago

Dr. Travis Kidneranswered
Surgical Oncology 18 years experience
See your doc: Any new skin lesions should be brought to the attention of your friendly dermatologist.
5.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Sep 29, 2016
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