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I have red-purple marks/lines on the sides of my stomach, thighs, and lower back. what are they and are they bad?

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Dr. Eric Fete answered

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Stretch marks: likely that. if they have been there for some time and don't hurt or itch and are not spreading that could be it. hard to say without a picture or more description. it could be many other things. see your doctor when you can. :)

Answered 3/22/2020

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A member asked:

I have red-purple marks/lines on the sides of my stomach, thighs, and lower back. what are they and are they bad?

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Dr. Eric Fete answered

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