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A member asked:
As a kid i would bite my upper lip, now that skin has turned dark. is it from the biting or something else?
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Possibilities: You probably need a doctor's exam to visualize, but some ethnic groups have melanocytes that add color or pigment to tissues. Best to check it out for peace of mind.
Answered 3/28/2014
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