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What Does Bruising On Thighs Indicate?
Question: I started noticing some bruises on my thies lately. They are small to medium size and a light greenish blue color. I am wondering if it's due to my job since I work a 12 hour shift and I stand almost the whole time. I have also noticed that my legs swell and feel achy. I've been working there for about two months now.
Brief Answer:
Kindly provide pictures and details
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem and I hope I am able to help you in the same.
From the description,it looks like you are developing bruises due to prolonged standing .
But I would like to have a look at the exact skin condition.
Please click some close up pictures of the affected area and upload them here on this page .
Also please tell if there is any associated pain or itching or discomfort.
Are you currently applying anything over the lesions .
I am sure I will be able to help you better once you provide me the pictures along with the above details.
Dr Geetika Paul
Kindly provide pictures and details
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concern regarding your skin problem and I hope I am able to help you in the same.
From the description,it looks like you are developing bruises due to prolonged standing .
But I would like to have a look at the exact skin condition.
Please click some close up pictures of the affected area and upload them here on this page .
Also please tell if there is any associated pain or itching or discomfort.
Are you currently applying anything over the lesions .
I am sure I will be able to help you better once you provide me the pictures along with the above details.
Dr Geetika Paul
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I noticed a new bruise and it was kind of itchy but my legs hurt and feel sore and no I am not applying anything on it
Brief Answer:
Need to bring down the swelling
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have seen the attached pictures.
You surely seem to be developing bruises .
They could be the result of prolonged standing . But since you are developing both swollen ,painful limbs along with these lesions ,you need to be very cautious.
Chronic edema causing fluid accumulate in the limbs can land to in an infection .
You need to really bring down the edema by adequate limb elevation at night.
Since your job requires prolonged standing, I would advise you to see your gp and discuss the need for compression garments .
Dr Geetika Paul
Need to bring down the swelling
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I have seen the attached pictures.
You surely seem to be developing bruises .
They could be the result of prolonged standing . But since you are developing both swollen ,painful limbs along with these lesions ,you need to be very cautious.
Chronic edema causing fluid accumulate in the limbs can land to in an infection .
You need to really bring down the edema by adequate limb elevation at night.
Since your job requires prolonged standing, I would advise you to see your gp and discuss the need for compression garments .
Dr Geetika Paul
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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