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I have a red sore on my inner thigh that won't go away. my dad had skin cancer and i have lupus. what should i do?

Q: i have a red sore on my inner thigh that won't go away. my dad had skin cancer and i have lupus. what should i do?

: keep area clean and covered with a dressing. Try a heating pad for 2-3 days and if it does not resolve see your MD

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

keep area clean and covered with a dressing. Try a heating pad for 2-3 days and if it does not resolve see your MD

Answered 10/27/2021

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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Try to avoid friction, wear loose garments. Best to have either your primary care or rheumatologist take a look at it as to making sure it is benign.

Answered 10/28/2021

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A member asked:

I have a red sore on my inner thigh that won't go away. my dad had skin cancer and i have lupus. what should i do?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

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