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I wondered if someone could help me diagnose a nickel size brown/red spot behind my left knee/upper calf?
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Not without: visualization and history. Sometimes biopsy is needed.
Answered 9/9/2017
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Varies: Multiple potential causes, a dermatologist would likely be a good source to diagnose and potentially treat it if it needs anything at all.
Answered 9/8/2017
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