What do you think of this lesion on the loin?
An 86-year-old male patient presents for a routine skin check. This lesion is spotted on his left loin. What do you think of it and what would you do next?

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This week, we revisit a case from Dr David Stewart, in which an 86-year-old male patient presents for a routine skin check. This lesion is spotted on his left loin.
What do you think of the dermoscopy?
Please leave your comments today and check back for the outcome from Wednesday 2pm.
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