Can a skin growth on the left side of the scrotum be a skin cancer in a boy who lost his mother and grandfather due to cancer?

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I read your query and understand your concern. I request you to attach a clinical picture of the lesion. So, I can help you better. Regards.

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I understand your concern. It is not skin cancer. It is an acrochordon (a skin tag). Treatment options include electro-dessication, thermal cautery, liquid nitrogen (freeze-thaw-freeze technique), radio-frequency, and fractional CO2 (carbon dioxide) laser. I have these suggestions for you. You must avoid occlusion or friction in that area. You must maintain proper genital hygiene. Please answer a few questions. Have you recently used any cosmetic products? Do you have any history of using old razors? Are you sexually active? Do you have a fungal infection history? Are you a diabetic person? Thank you.

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I understand your concern. Differential diagnosis is "common wart," which is a small, firm, sessile, and cauliflower-like growth. It can be due to broken skin, injury, or infection. They are asymptomatic, harmless, and self-limiting. The surface is irregular, barbed, and scaly. The best treatment option is light cautery, electro-desiccation, or curettage. I suggest you avoid sharing personal belongings. Please answer a few questions. Do you have a history of unsafe sex? Have you ever used lubricants in the past? Do you masturbate frequently? Does this lesion pain on touching? Is there any aggravation of itching at night? Do you have a family history of diabetes? Have you noticed a recent weight gain? Are you under stress? Have you got any serology tests done? Are there any other sites of involvement? Like- underarms, thighs, groin, eyelids, or neck. Do you have any history of surgery in the past? Thank you.