Middle-aged female with multiple lesions to upper and lower | Figure 1
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Middle-aged female with multiple lesions to upper and lower extremities, which were initially noted several months ago. She says the number has increased, as has the size of each lesion. Negative for #Pruritus or other associated symptoms. However, she does report increased joint pain especially in hands. Any insight is greatly appreciated!
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