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During the night i felt a pinch and itching and felt a spot of swelling on my upper thigh. it is now a large purple bruise. should i be concerned.

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

No: If there are no others, and if it evolves over a couple of weeks, forget it.

Dr Chuu agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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A member asked:

During the night i felt a pinch and itching and felt a spot of swelling on my upper thigh. it is now a large purple bruise. should i be concerned.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

Dr Chuu agreed

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