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Hi have a red mark on my right foot. uneven edges, almost like a ring worm but larger. i've seen a dermatologist and he said that it is only dead skin, but it is growing? i am not using anything should i get a second opinion?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Yes: It's your right, some skin diseases develop over time , when diagnosis is in doubt, a biopsy may be in order, best wishes

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 2/27/2019

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A member asked:

Hi have a red mark on my right foot. uneven edges, almost like a ring worm but larger. i've seen a dermatologist and he said that it is only dead skin, but it is growing? i am not using anything should i get a second opinion?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Kuitems and 2 doctors agreed

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