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I have brown spots lower legs? saw an doctor before that said it might be an infection and meds given. it did not get better at all. what can it be.

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Dr. Richard Romano answered

Brown spots : There are several reasons for brown spots on the legs. Most common is venous insufficiency When valves in the leg veins are not working effectively .

Answered 12/28/2019

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A member asked:

I have brown spots lower legs? saw an doctor before that said it might be an infection and meds given. it did not get better at all. what can it be.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Romano answered

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