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Medical Conditions - Purpura

Purpura, otherwise called skin hemorrhages or blood spots, are purple spots on the skin surface and sometimes can also occur in mucous membranes and internal organs. Blood clotting disorders, congenital connective tissue disorders, anticoagulants, weak blood vessels, vitamin C deficiency, HIV infection, lupus, and recent blood transfusion can all result in purpura.

All purpura Q&A

Why is my nasal purpura not healing?

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What causes painful lumps in the genital area?

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What can small red dots on the feet and back be?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through the reports (attachment removed to protect patient identity). These are called as purpuric rashes. There are a number of causes for this.

I have non-itchy red bumps in my body. What it could be?

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How can I treat the small red dots on the side of my knee?

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Is there a permanent cure for Henoch-Schonlein purpura disease?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for writing, and I understand your concern. If the redness is due to Henoch-Schönlein purpura (HSP), it will not be easy to cure it completely.

I have reddish brown dots on my ankles. What can they be?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. This appears to be a pigmented purpuric dermatoses. This is not a life-threatening or problematic condition. Only concern is of cosmetic appearance.

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