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Medical Conditions - Pigmented Purpuric Dermatosis

Pigmented purpuric dermatosis is a condition in which the skin has reddish-brown patches due to leaky capillaries (small blood vessels). The patches are scattered in various body parts and fade away slowly in some weeks. It occurs due to a reaction to medications or after exercise.

All pigmented purpuric-dermatosis Q&A

When should a bruising skin lesion be evaluated urgently?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your case. Your lesions on the calf are part of Schamberg's disease of pigmented purpuric dermatosis.

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Why do I have reddish-brown patches on my ankle?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This condition is known as pigmented purpuric dermatosis.

What could be the reason for pigmentation in feet and toes?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. It looks like pigmented purpuric dermatoses; due to the weakening of small blood vessels of the feet.

What could be the reason behind the development of pigmented purpuric dermatitis?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is PPD (pigmented purpuric dermatosis). I suggest you consult a specialist and use the following medications with their consent.

I have flat red dots on my feet, ankles, and leg, which fade and come back. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Please attach photographs to suggest the diagnosis and treatment.

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