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I have a bad acne problem that is all over my body. it's bad on my arm where you draw blood so i can't donate please help?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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Are you sure that : The lesions affecting your arm are acne? I would encourage evaluation by a dermatologist for accurate assessment ; optimum treatment plan.

Answered 1/30/2014

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A member asked:

I have a bad acne problem that is all over my body. it's bad on my arm where you draw blood so i can't donate please help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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