Black flaky bump on scalp

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Asked for Female, 55 Years

Hello My mother have some light black flaky bump on her scalp. I want to know what is this and how to diagnose this. Do I need to worry and is it serious ?Is there any way to treat and cure this ? What medicine or tests need to be done ? I'm enclosing a picture of the same . Please reply asap.

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Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai Consult Now · Accepted Answer

Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu

Dermatologist 13 yrs exp Chennai

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Don't worry.. she's suffering from verrucous lesion causing this..best option laser removal... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription

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