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I have a large growth on the fourth finger of my left toe. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, I have a large growth on my fourth left toe and have had two opinions, NHS referral for squamous cell carcinoma and pyogenic granuloma. The photographs look like neither. But it is sore, weeping, smelly, and honestly, the word cancer has me scared to death. I did not notice it at first... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. The feature against pyogenic granuloma is the diffuse swelling of the toe, which is not common. But clinically, the pedunculated appearance and history of bleeding suggest that it can be that. Squamous cell carcinoma is usually characterized ... Read Full »