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My scrotum has been a dark purple for a couple of weeks but there is no pain. is this normal?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

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Skin Abnormal?: Without fever, swelling, hot to touch and pain there is not much to comment on. If you have other symptoms than just the darkness of the skin then maybe we can address this differently. But, your family doctor should be able to give you advice after examining you.

Answered 5/2/2013

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