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Hi, i have a small raised scaly mark on my calf and its been there for a couple of months i think. it doesn't itch or give me any trouble.
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It should be checked: While the back of the calf is not a common spot for a squamous or basal cell skin cancer, it is a possibility .... much more likely if you are over 40. While it very well may be something benign like dry skin or eczema, your best course is to have a doctor/health professional examine it. Stay well:)
Answered 9/9/2015
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