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I had a dermatology appoint for discoloration in my lower legs that have nodules under the skin. they did a biopsy , what could they be ruling out?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Biopsy for diagnosis: Not to rule out. It is difficult to say without looking at the lesions, the description suggests vasculitis.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Many possibilities : They could be trying to rule out erythema nodosum, panniculitis, erythema induration (modular vascular is), subacute lupus. Erythema nodosum can be caused by infection or allergic reaction to medications.
Answered 12/14/2013
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Lots of possibilities: Biopsy will likely tell you, so be patient don't make yourself crazy, and biopsy should be back in less than a week, call office if you don't hear in one week
Answered 5/14/2017
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