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Hx of melanoma. new small bump @ base of 2nd finger, palm side. maybe benign tendon nodule. what kind of specialist should i see to be sure, and when?

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Dr. Myron Arlen answered

Probably ganglion: Known that melanoma can metastasize to every organ and site in the body. Those lesions that metastasize usually Breslows 1.5-2mm in thickness and were at high risk with nodularity and ra needle aspirate will indicate if lesion cystic or solid at which time path report needed

Answered 7/9/2018

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A member asked:

Hx of melanoma. new small bump @ base of 2nd finger, palm side. maybe benign tendon nodule. what kind of specialist should i see to be sure, and when?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Myron Arlen answered

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