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Sir. i'm a student, 21 year old. i am afraid that i have basal cell carcinoma? on my chest or sternal area, small about 3mm, rised edges.
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See Dr: Basal cell cancers are mostly older people with pale skin. The lesions are almost all on areas of previous sunburn. They are uncommon on people age 20, and not common in China. They are not a threat to life and are easy to cure. See a dermatologist.
Answered 10/2/2016
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