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Im 36w pregnant. i've developed a nickel size purple spot on my arm looks like a bruise but isn't? doesn't itch or hurt, what could this be?.

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Dr. Ellen Turner answered

Specializes in Dermatology

See your doctor: What you are describing does not sound harmful to you or your baby. It is difficult to give you a diagnosis without being able to see it. Ask you OB to take a look at it since you will be going in for evaluation weekly at this point.

Dr Fronzaglia ii, do, ms agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

Im 36w pregnant. i've developed a nickel size purple spot on my arm looks like a bruise but isn't? doesn't itch or hurt, what could this be?.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ellen Turner answered

Dr Fronzaglia ii, do, ms agreed

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