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I'm getting brown spots on my skin. is this from the sun?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Could be: Lentigoes or freckles are typically from the sun but also can develop with normal aging.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Maybe or maybe not: These lesions need to be visualized & a history needs to be obtained in order to make an accurate diagnosis.
Answered 10/25/2017
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