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I have what seems like blood pooling or a small red bruise at the point where my arm meets my torso. it isn't really sore. should i be concerned?

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Dr. John Goldman answered

May be a bruise, or: This may be a bruise if it is new or a hemangioma. Your physician can help identify it is.

Answered 5/2/2016

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A member asked:

I have what seems like blood pooling or a small red bruise at the point where my arm meets my torso. it isn't really sore. should i be concerned?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Goldman answered

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