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Hi, when i run two fingers down my shin bone i feel a lot of, either bumps or holes, but the outside lookes normal. should i get it looked at?

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Dr. Sherry Ransom answered

Dermatologist: it sounds like it could be a contact dermatitis . Yes get it looked at

Dr Simmons and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/20/2015

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A member asked:

Hi, when i run two fingers down my shin bone i feel a lot of, either bumps or holes, but the outside lookes normal. should i get it looked at?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sherry Ransom answered

Dr Simmons and another doctor agreed

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