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Pigmented lesion . in face..recent increase size..irregular border....biopsy reveals malignant cells infiltration ...whats diagnosis plz?
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Can be melanoma.: This sounds like melanoma. You're lucky to have found this out on biopsy, as removal of this can be 100% curative. It's really smart to talk this over with your doctor, as well as the treatment options so you know what you're dealing with.
Answered 9/29/2016
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