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Review
. 2025 Sep;52(3):513-535.
doi: 10.1016/j.pop.2025.05.004. Epub 2025 Jul 4.

Benign Skin Tumors

J Lane Wilson  1
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Review

Benign Skin Tumors

J Lane Wilson. Prim Care. 2025 Sep.

Abstract

Benign skin tumors are common findings in primary care. The ability to recognize and diagnose them accurately is important to distinguish them from less common malignant lesions. Dermoscopy and biopsy can improve diagnostic accuracy and streamline dermatologic care.

Keywords: Cherry angioma; Dermatofibroma; Epidermal inclusion cyst; Nevus; Pilar cyst; Pyogenic granuloma acrochordon; Seborrheic keratosis.

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Disclosures The author has nothing to disclose.