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I have a benign mole on my shaft of my penis. Any suggestions? (photos)

thereyougoApr 25, 2016
I am 23 years old and I noticed a light brown benign mole or looks like a benign mole on the shaft. Its pretty light brown. It doesn't itch or hurt or anything. Is it possible of penile cancer?

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