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I got scratched by a dog on the inner side of my right knee, about 10yrs ago. my skin turned green around that area & got itchy. i saw a dermatologist at net care (mulberton) got an ointment & it faded away. now my skin turns blk in different areas. ?

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

Unrelated : To the scratch 10 years ago, this is a new skin problem , your doctor would help, and may refer you to a dermatologist, wish you wellness

Dr Hickerson agreed

Answered 9/18/2019

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A member asked:

I got scratched by a dog on the inner side of my right knee, about 10yrs ago. my skin turned green around that area & got itchy. i saw a dermatologist at net care (mulberton) got an ointment & it faded away. now my skin turns blk in different areas. ?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Al Hegab answered

Dr Hickerson agreed

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