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I have had a red pen dot type spot on my hand ever since i was a kid. it does not itch or hurt. over the years have noticed some on my hands.

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See below: Likely a superficial blood vessel reaching to the upper layers of the skin. But without seeing it, it is impossible to diagnose. If concerned, see you doctor to look at it.

Answered 7/18/2013

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A member asked:

I have had a red pen dot type spot on my hand ever since i was a kid. it does not itch or hurt. over the years have noticed some on my hands.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

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