Dr. John Scott Anthony M.D.

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• What is Acral Lentiginous Melanoma?

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• Everything You Need to Know About the Chicken Pox Vaccine

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• Purpura

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• Causes, Treatment, and Prevention of Petechiae

  Petechiae are tiny dots that appear as red, brown, or purple in color beneath the skin. They are usually seen in clusters on the stomach, buttocks, arms, and legs. However, they may also appear inside the mouth or on the eyelids. Petechiae may indicate different conditions, which can range from...

• Where Are Ingrown Hairs Most Likely to Form?

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