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What could cause a bright red mark on my breast to appear changing to a deep purple under the skin after 24hrs? size and shape keep changing, no pain.

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Dr. Robert Jackson answered

Could be: It could be a fixed drug eruption. See your dermatologist to find out.

Answered 2/26/2013

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A member asked:

What could cause a bright red mark on my breast to appear changing to a deep purple under the skin after 24hrs? size and shape keep changing, no pain.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Jackson answered

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