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I'v noticed light reddish brown color on lower legs

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treasa1069
treasa1069

I'm a 50 year old woman, and I've noticed a light reddish/brown color that has appeared on my lower legs and some around my ankles. Just wondering if anyone has it or is dealing with the issue. I researched on google and not sure, what to think

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  • clair15856
    clair15856 treasa1069

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    Reddish brown staining on our lower legs is often caused by problems with the veins on our lower legs. Blood is pumped from our heart to the rest of our body through our arteries

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