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What Causes Itching And Bruises On Legs?

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Posted on Fri, 2 Jan 2015
Question: My 24-year-old daughter has itching that occurs on her legs and then horrific bruising appears. I have experienced this a couple times in my life...seems like blood vessels are breaking...but why??
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Answered by Dr. Rakesh Sharma (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Allergy or fungus

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome to HCM.
I am Dr Rakesh Sharma answering your query.
I can understand your concern.
This may be allergy or fungus.
She should take an anti allergy like cetirizine, SOS.
Apply anti fungal cream locally.
Avoid using irritants like soap.
Avoid moist places, wear loose and absolute dry clothings.
If condition does not improve in 48 to 72 hours, she should see a doctor.
Hope you have answer to your query,
If any thing else you are welcome.
Good luck.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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What Causes Itching And Bruises On Legs?

Brief Answer: Allergy or fungus Detailed Answer: Hello, Welcome to HCM. I am Dr Rakesh Sharma answering your query. I can understand your concern. This may be allergy or fungus. She should take an anti allergy like cetirizine, SOS. Apply anti fungal cream locally. Avoid using irritants like soap. Avoid moist places, wear loose and absolute dry clothings. If condition does not improve in 48 to 72 hours, she should see a doctor. Hope you have answer to your query, If any thing else you are welcome. Good luck.