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Flesh colored pus came out of a spot in my skin that is red with a black spot. what could it be? skin cancer maybe?

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Dr. Craig MacArthur answered

Specializes in Pediatric Hematology and Oncology

Not likely: You describe what sounds like an abscess (infection) or possibly a brown recluse spider bite.

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Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Krishna Narayanan answered

Time: Depends on hoe long you had the spot of dis colored skin. Could be abscess. Best to be checked by your physician right away.

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Answered 10/8/2016

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A member asked:

Flesh colored pus came out of a spot in my skin that is red with a black spot. what could it be? skin cancer maybe?

10 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Craig MacArthur answered

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

Dr. Krishna Narayanan answered

Dr Ali and 4 doctors agreed

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