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Medical Conditions - Schamberg S Purpura

Scamberg's purpura is a condition of having leakage from the tiny capillaries in the superficial papillary dermis of the skin. It is caused by the leaky blood vessels present on the skin and veins. There is no definite treatment for this condition.

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Can Schamberg's disease cause a dry scalp and fissured tongue?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Schamberg's disease is a progressive pigmentary dermatosis that primarily affects the lower legs.

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

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have noted your concern and I have viewed the images (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

I have some flat red spots on my feet, ankles and leg. Please help.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your case, and there is nothing to be worried about. It is capillaritis or Schamberg disease.

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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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