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A member asked:

Skin around the area between my mom's knuckles became brown and rough. it started a few months ago w/2 spots and now she has a third on her other hand?

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Dr. Jerome Zacks answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Needs evaluation: This merits a team approach: Your mom should see her general doctor for a complete history and physical exam. In addition, she should see a dermatologist concerning the skin findings. It's likely that, working together the diagnosis will be evident.

Answered 5/27/2018

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