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A doctor is recommending an incisional biopsy for primary acquired melanosis. ive read that could be dangerous if cancer is present because it can cause the cancer to spread. is that a concern?
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Yes. An excisional biopsy that removed the whole lesion would be preferable and provide optimal specimen for the pathologist to provide a diagnostic opinion. Wish you good health!
Answered 11/19/2022
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