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A purple spot just above the knee & its size is increasing day by day.. whats its mean..??
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Needs to be checked: It is hard for us to tell you what it may be without more information and visual examination Since it is increasing in size I suggest have it checked by your Doctor It may be a resolving hematoma(collection of clotted blood) or a bite by an insect or something else or an infection
Answered 4/30/2015
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