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I have purple spots on my shoulders and arms. what could they be.?
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See derm: This may be a bruise a drug reaction. See dermatologist for exact cause.
Answered 11/20/2012
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Could be a lot of: Things based on size and other criteria. See your primary care doc to sort it out.
Answered 9/24/2015
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Not clear: Only a doctor who can look at them can tell you.
Answered 10/3/2016
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