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5 Facts you should know about
Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans
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Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans develops in the connective tissue cells in the middle layer of the skin
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It begins as a minor firm area of skin most commonly about 1 to 5 cm in diameter
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Lesions can resemble a bruise, birthmark, or pimple
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Dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans (DFSP) lesions are most commonly found on the torso, usually in the shoulder and chest area
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The tumor typically grows slowly but has a tendency to recur after being removed. It rarely spreads to other parts of the body
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