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I have 2 red dots on my arm what does that mean?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Don't know: There are a # of possible causes. The best way to get an accurate diagnosis would be dermatological evaluation.

Dr Raff agreed

Answered 10/15/2018

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