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I developed these bumps on my shins as an allergic reaction to the b.c. i was told it was something people don't get&still has latin name.what is it?
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Erythema nodosum?: Erythema nodosum is inflammation of the fatty layer of the skin. Birth control pills are one of the common causes, but there are many others including reaction to other medications, infections, autoimmune conditions, scarcoidosis, etc.
Answered 1/20/2015
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