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I have red patches on my side of my feet do you know what it might be?

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Dr. Bruce Rothschild answered

Possibly arthritis: Possibly from reactive arthritis, formerly known as reiter's syndrome. Psoriasis is another consideration.

Answered 8/13/2013

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