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I notice that i have a purpleish black little spot on my back its not a mole its just a spot im very concerned been under a lot of stress lately?

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Dr. Arthur Balin answered

Specializes in Dermatology

Black spot: See your doctor. There are many possibilities perhaps a bruise or blood blister. Perhaps a cherry angioma that has infarcted. Any new spot that appears should be checked to be sure it is not something unexpected.

Dr Fisher agreed

Answered 4/19/2016

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