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A Cancer Warning Sign Often Mistaken for Dandruff — Why Doctors Say You Should Not Ignore It

Flakes on the scalp are common. Most people immediately think of dandruff — a harmless and treatable condition often caused by dry skin or mild irritation. But medical experts warn that in rare cases, persistent scalp symptoms that look like dandruff may signal something far more serious.

The image of white flakes clustered at the scalp, paired with a stark warning, highlights a growing concern among dermatologists: some skin cancers and pre-cancerous conditions can be overlooked because they resemble everyday scalp problems.
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