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I have noticed the past couple years white dots popping up on my arms and legs, why? is it a lack of vitamins? age 60, have been dieting.

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Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

Probably not: Sounds like small areas of depigmentation ----normal aging for some people.

Answered 3/1/2013

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A member asked:

I have noticed the past couple years white dots popping up on my arms and legs, why? is it a lack of vitamins? age 60, have been dieting.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Derrick Lonsdale answered

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