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Lump on nose: right side has got bigger. (Photos)

KathelenJul 23, 2017
I notice a lump/pump on my nose a few days ago. When I look at old pictures my cartilage on the nose has always been visible but now on the right side it has definitely got bigger. I have an appointment with a doctor in a week, I'm so afraid that this could be cancer.

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Answered on Jul 26, 2017
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