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I have a brown red kinda purplish mole on my leg that appears and disappears from time to time. could it be bad?
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The only way to know for sure if it is something concerning is to have a doctor look at it. You may need to see a dermatologist for evaluation and treatment. Good luck to you!
Answered 4/4/2023
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