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I have a red raised lump appeared on my scalp. my mum had melanoma. could this be melanoma?
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Unlikely: Unlikely. But any scalp lump warrants investigation. See an ENT surgeon ASAP.
Answered 4/17/2015
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See your PCP: for consultation. It's important to understand the source of your scalp problem as soon as possible.
Answered 4/19/2015
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