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New Dark brown patch on scalp
I recently noticed a brown patch on my scalp which is: brown, circular, NOT raised, flat, not itchy, not painful, and not tender, and measures around 0.5 cm probably. The skin over the patch is slightly dry and rough.
It wasn't present a week or so ago and was only noticed by me yesterday.
Is it a melanoma?
Do i need to get a biopsy done for it?
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Don't worry...you are suffering from seborrheic dermatitis causing this brown patch... Specific medicine available for good control... Treatment depends on the severity..Do direct online consultation for detailed prescription
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Melanoma doesn’t come within a week and grow to that size with in a week..clear photo and detailed history and examination needed..please consult dermatologist for further evaluation..
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Dr. Rashmi Nandwana
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19 yrs exp
Noida
Kindly consult online for proper assessment.
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Dr. Sonia Tekchandani
Dermatologist
40 yrs exp
Mumbai
Hello, you can do online consultation with Doctor. Need to take detailed history with proper evaluation. Please share photos of the concerned areas. Will prescribe medication accordingly.
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Dr. Siri N S
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8 yrs exp
Bangalore
Kindly consult for further evaluation
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Dr. Moin Ahmad Siddiqui
Dermatologist
6 yrs exp
Lucknow
Could be
Visit a dermatologist
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Dr. Palak Deshmukh
Dermatologist
14 yrs exp
Pune
It maybe fungal or a dermatitis.
Kindly consult for better diagnosis and management
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Dr. Arpita
Dermatologist
15 yrs exp
Ahmedabad
No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required..
Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription & guidance.
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