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For the past few years i have had random wounds appear, open, then slowly heal on their own, appearing as a dark spot then growing into a wound. ?

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Dr. Albert Pizzo answered

Wounds appear: This is abnormal. You should see your doctor for a check up to find the cause.

Answered 7/2/2016

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