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Lentigo/Lentigines | My Skin

By: Published on: 05/09/2023

A lentigo is a benign skin growth that resembles a freckle. It is usually a tan or brown spot that is flat or only slightly raised. Learn more about this.

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Lentigo/Lentigines | My Skin

Keloids | My Skin

By: Published on: 05/09/2023

Keloids are thick, firm, hard growths that occur as a result of excessive scar tissue formation. They differ from ordinary scars and hypertrophic scars.

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Keloids | My Skin

Dermatofibroma | My Skin

By: Published on: 05/09/2023

Dermatofibromas are common, benign skin growths most typically found on legs of women. They present as a pinkish brown, firm, scar-like bump. Learn more.

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Dermatofibroma | My Skin

What are Cysts? | Leah Michel APRN,FNP-BC

What are Cysts? | Leah Michel APRN,FNP-BCBy: Leah Michel APRN, FNP-BC | My Skin By Leah Michel Published on: 05/09/2023

Cysts are one of the most common benign skin growths. A cyst consists of a sac or enclosed capsule filled with fluid or semisolid material. Learn more!

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What are Cysts? | Leah Michel APRN,FNP-BC