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I have these lil red dots on my arms, back, stomach. they look like lil spots of blood.they're raised so you can actually feel it. what is it?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Red dots: The red dot may represent petechia. See your doctor. You will need a full blood count to determine the cause.

Answered 7/18/2018

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