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A member asked:

What if i have a tumor in just my left arm?

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Dr. Scott Moon answered

Depends...: If it's a benign tumor like lipoma, no threat to life or limb. If cancer, different story. Get it checked by your doctor.

Dr Giannotti agreed

Answered 3/12/2020

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