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I have this thing on my scalp. its been there for years. i always thought it was a mole. can i post a picture? it's a ball on my head, skin colored and hair growing out of it?

Q: i have this thing on my scalp. its been there for years. i always thought it was a mole. can i post a picture? it's a ball on my head, skin colored and hair growing out of it?

: This site does not allow us to view pictures. If you would like a consult go to www.connect@healthtap.com and one of the fee for service docs may be able to do this.

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

This site does not allow us to view pictures. If you would like a consult go to www.connect@healthtap.com and one of the fee for service docs may be able to do this.

Answered 3/7/2023

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A member asked:

I have this thing on my scalp. its been there for years. i always thought it was a mole. can i post a picture? it's a ball on my head, skin colored and hair growing out of it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

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