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Can acne look like bruises on the face?

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No. This worries me.: Your question sends up a red flag. If you see someone with a bruised face, and they say it is acne, that person is probably the victim of domestic violence. Get a couple of your friends together, read up on what to do, sit down and talk with that person, and see if you can help.

Answered 12/9/2013

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A member asked:

Can acne look like bruises on the face?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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