Red, crusty hard bump on leg with ring around it.

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Husband has a small hard red bump on his leg, has been there several weeks. Looked like a scab, he scratched it off, but it didn't clear up. Under magnification it is dark red and crusty, with a slight red ring around it. Its only 1/16th of an inch in diameter.

Submitted: 4 Days
Category: Dermatologist

Expert:  Dr. Kruti Jobanputra Banodkar replied 4 Days.

Hello,

Thanks for posting your query at DoctorSpring.com I can understand your concern. I reviewed the pictures.

I would give a possible diagnosis of a melanoma. However it could be an infected ingrown hair.

I recommend that you visit your dermatologist who can do a dermatoscopy and rule out the presence or absence of a melanoma and treat it accordingly.

For the time being you can apply Mupirocin cream twice a day for a week.

Please let me know if you have any queries.
Take care

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