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I have a black dot on my ear there is no bumps but i was recently sunburned on my vacation is this cancerous?

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Dr. James Bucci answered

Black dot: doubtful. Just keep an eye it. If it gets bigger, changes shap, or starts bleeding then see a physician. You could start with your pediatrician. if it goes away great.

Answered 6/15/2018

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A member asked:

I have a black dot on my ear there is no bumps but i was recently sunburned on my vacation is this cancerous?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Bucci answered

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