Question 1

daughter has small brown spots on both feet, just came back from beach and has sun burn?

Accepted Answer

Brown spots??: First you see if it's just some surface Schmitz that she picked up on the beach and you can scrub it off with a stiff scrub brush. If you can't easily remove it take her to her doc.

Question 2

i got these small brown spots on palms and feet that developed into fluid filled blisters. now i have a bundle of them on one palm and a few on my feet. the ones on my palms started itching too. what can it be?  can't see my doc till next week

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Dermatologist: Go directly to a dermatologist for accurate diagnosis and advice as this is not a common skin disorder and most nondermatologists won't be familiar with it. Dyshydrotic eczema is a likely diagnosis and the trigger is often elusive if that's what it is. Seasonal allergies or stress are possible causes and it lasts for weeks. Get effective treatment.

Question 3

what do small brown spots on the bottom of feet mean?

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Many possibilities: There are many things that may cause a discoloration of the skin. Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, and sometimes bacterial, viral or fungal infections and cancer can cause a discoloration of the skin. Insect bites can also be the cause of a rash or a discoloration of the skin.  Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 4

i notice small brown spots on very bottom of my feet what causes this and how do start attacting whatever is causing that to occur?

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May need a doctor: If a person gets small brown spots on the bottom of his feet, sometimes they are warts. Other times they are a fungus. If fungus, twice a day over-the-counter lotrimin (clotrimazole) af for 2-3 weeks may solve the problem. If warts, a primary care doctor or dermatologist will likely have to freeze them off. A visit to the doctor can help get a diagnosis, and see if the spots aren't something else.

Question 5

what to do if i'm 17 years old and just today i noticed small brown spots on the top of my foot?

Accepted Answer

Spots: The first right thing to do is see your podiatrist as it could be broken vessels with blood leaking into the surrounding tissue or it could be a fungal infection.  It is impossible to say without seeing the foot , which is exactly why you need to see your podiatrist .

Question 6

i have small brown spots on the tops of my feet and toes. they are no bigger than a pin head. some are clustered together and others spread out. help!

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Spots on the foot: With spots on the skin it is hard to tell without seeing them.  However, use the simple ABCDE test and if anything suspicious see your doctor.  A: Asymmetry, can you draw a line in the center and make equal halves.  B: Border, are they smooth or jagged.  C: Color, is it more than one color?  D: Diameter, is it larger than a pencil eraser?  E: Elevation, is it raised when you run your finger over

Question 7

i have small red dots (not raised, don't itch) on my ankle/foot.some go away others end up as permanent brown spots.i have two medium marks on ankle. ?

Accepted Answer

Veins: Hemosiderin stains secondary to veins and or ankle swelling. Not dangerous but one should watch for itching to start or increased swelling. Venous ulcer could start. Wear good compression hose or socks 20-30 mm Hg is fine.

Question 8

red brown spots on feet but no itching and pain .it seems very bad . ?

Accepted Answer

Spots on Feet: Reddish-brown spots on the skin can be due to a variety of conditions ranging from bruising and bleeding under the skin, to skin cancer and diseases such as psoriasis or eczema. According to the american academy of family physicians, oftentimes reddish-brown spots are harmless changes that occur with age. They also can indicate more serious medical conditions that a dermatologist should inspect.

Question 9

men with brown spots in feet?

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See a doctor: It could be the leakage of blood from the small blood vessels of the feet.  It could be melanoma.

It needs to be checked by a doctor.

Question 10

what do brown spots mean under feet?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: It could be a fungal or bacterial infection.  It could be bruising due to tight shoes or trauma.  It could be a pigmentation of the underlying skin.  It could be a skin disorder or melanoma, or it could be one of a number of many other possibilities.   Have your feet checked out by a professional.

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Daughter has small brown spots on both feet, just came back from beach and has sun burn?

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I got these small brown spots on palms and feet that developed into fluid filled blisters. now i have a bundle of them on one palm and a few on my feet. the ones on my palms started itching too. what can it be? can't see my doc till next week

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What do small brown spots on the bottom of feet mean?

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I notice small brown spots on very bottom of my feet what causes this and how do start attacting whatever is causing that to occur?

A member asked:

What to do if i'm 17 years old and just today i noticed small brown spots on the top of my foot?

A member asked:

I have small brown spots on the tops of my feet and toes. they are no bigger than a pin head. some are clustered together and others spread out. help!

A member asked:

I have small red dots (not raised, don't itch) on my ankle/foot.some go away others end up as permanent brown spots.i have two medium marks on ankle. ?

A member asked:

Red brown spots on feet but no itching and pain .it seems very bad . ?

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Men with brown spots in feet?

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What do brown spots mean under feet?

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