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Skin Growths and Pigment Disorders

Most skin growths are harmless but need to be monitored for any changes that might indicate abnormal cell division. This forum is the place to talk about non-cancerous skin growths (dermatofibromas, dermoid cyst, freckles, keloids, keratoacanthomas, lipomas, moles, seborrheic keratoses, skin tags) and pigment disorders (albinism, vitiligo, melasma, pigment loss after skin damage).

mole scratched bleeding

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Hi there! I have a mole on my face, which is bigger that it was supposed to be. This morning when I was washing my face I accidentally scratched it and to my horror it started to bleed. I freaked out instantly. I have been on the phone ever since trying to reach a doctor but I can’t get through (...

by User avatar Guest

Can I remove skin tags myself?

Hello, guys. Some skin tags have recently appeared and I am too embarrassed to go to the doctor's for a removal. They are in my groin area and they bother me. I would like to know whether I can remove skin tags myself. I will really appreciate this piece of info. Thanks in advance.

by User avatar ossie45515

What is 1 black line underneath your fingernail mean?

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I have 1 black line underneath the fingernail on my thumb and forefinger of my right hand and 1 black line underneath the forefinger of my left hand. Where did these come from or what is the cause?

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What is the best method to remove moles?

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I have a problem. I can not make a right decision. Please, can somebody give me good advice and help me. I have a pretty small mole on my face, under my left eye. I can not stand it. I think I’m ugly because of it. Tell me what is the best method to remove moles? Thanks!

by User avatar carla90358891

recurring bumps on my limbs

I HAVE BEEN HAVING INSECT LIKE BUMPS ON MY LIMBS ESP 1 LEG. HELP

by User avatar Guest

Weight Gain with Lupus

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Hi. I was diagnosed with lupus 2 years ago, and am on steroids. I got fat, really big. Like huge. My muscles hurt. Is it possible to weight gain with lupus? My doc says that people with lupus have anorexia, but I got really big and think lupus is to blame.

by User avatar Guest

Cherry Angiomas risks

Hi, I am 41 years old, and I developed cherry angioma on my trunk. It is still very small, but I’m afraid that it will enlarge. A doctor said that I don’t need a surgery and he cautery (burning the lesion off) will help me. I am wondering which treatment of cherry angiomas has greater risks.

by User avatar myranda1057

side effects of mrsa

Hi, guys. I had a small red bump on my back. However, it has grown and became abscess. I think it is for incision. My doctor says this is probably caused by meticillin resistant staphylococcus aureus or mrsa. I must admit that I don’t know much about his. What are the side effects of mrsa?

by User avatar westley1447202849

Blood blisters on hands and swelling

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About a week ago i noticed swelling in my feet and hands and my hands have developed 4 blood blisters on them since then, any ideas of what could cause this?

by User avatar t.baker

nevus non-vascular birthmarks

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My friend is having Nevus of Ota, non-vascular birthmark. I was wonder can she clear this birthmark? She told me that there is a treatment but she can’t afford. I am so sorry; I know that she is unhappy because of it.

by User avatar strycharz2040