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I have a scab on the crown of my head could it be cancer?
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Scab: Any nonhealing skin lesion can be malignant. If this lesion doesn't heal have your physician examine it but it may well be a nonmalignant lesion like psoriasis for example,but you will get peace of mind.
Answered 5/24/2018
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