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How would you manage this lesion on the leg?

How would you manage this 51-year-old male patient who presents for his annual skin check with this long-standing lesion on his leg?

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In this week's case discussion, submitted by Dr John O'Bryen, a 51-year-old male presents for his annual skin check. This lesion is identified on his leg. 

The patient says he has had this lesion for a long time.

What is your diagnosis, and what would you do next?

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Update

This lesion was diagnosed as dermatofibroma.

 

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