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A 18-year-old male asked:

I just had tommy john surgery. now the skin on my entire arm including my hand, is peeling with an orangish tint to it. is this normal? what can i do?

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Dr. Michael Sparacino
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See your doctor: Symptoms and concerns like these mandate a thorough evaluation by your doctor. Only after such an evaluation, which may include labs and radiographic examinations, can he/she let you know what's going on and how best to help you.
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