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Got a sunburn on cheek bones from walking. next day was a little puffy and i had what i thought was a mosquito bite. over time its gotten smaller. but its still there. and its been 2 weeks. im worried the worst? skin cancer?

Q: got a sunburn on cheek bones from walking. next day was a little puffy and i had what i thought was a mosquito bite. over time its gotten smaller. but its still there. and its been 2 weeks. im worried the worst? skin cancer?

: Not likely skin cancer. But being able to see is a big help. Show to a Dr. if not better in a week or so.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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Not likely skin cancer. But being able to see is a big help. Show to a Dr. if not better in a week or so.

Answered 3/17/2023

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A member asked:

Got a sunburn on cheek bones from walking. next day was a little puffy and i had what i thought was a mosquito bite. over time its gotten smaller. but its still there. and its been 2 weeks. im worried the worst? skin cancer?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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