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My friend has these little spots on the back of her arms and some people say this is due to hormonal changes. is this true? (she is 17)

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Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

Need more info: Difficult to answer this question without seeing what these spots look like. Hormonal changes sometimes will cause a skin blemish. Please have her consult with her physician.

Answered 4/19/2014

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A member asked:

My friend has these little spots on the back of her arms and some people say this is due to hormonal changes. is this true? (she is 17)

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Warren Wolfe answered

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