A member asked:

Can a tan skin lesion that was scraped off first layer by fingers change color and still be rough?

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Dr. Ashley Vanderloop answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Yes: If there has been any change to a skin lesion, including coloration and texture, I recommend having it looked at by your doctor. It needs to be examined and possibly have a biopsy taken or have the lesion removed if needed. I do not recommend scraping the lesion deeper.

Answered 11/27/2017

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