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I just noticed or was told and then saw for myself that there was brown spots on my back i never noticed before? i'm 27, light skin mexican that's 5'10. i looked it up and was scared about all the different things it could be.

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Just get checked: Annual full body dermatological assessment of skin is prudent for adults. Encourage that you calm your fears by having it checked.

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/30/2015

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Dr. Diane Minich answered

See your doctor: or a dermatologist and have the spots checked to get a diagnosis.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 4/29/2015

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A member asked:

I just noticed or was told and then saw for myself that there was brown spots on my back i never noticed before? i'm 27, light skin mexican that's 5'10. i looked it up and was scared about all the different things it could be.

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Dr Altman and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Diane Minich answered

Dr Ali agreed

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