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What Causes Unexplained Bruises On Lower Back?
Hi my 3yr old has had a small fine size bruise sometimes looks more like an indent on her lower back along side her left spine. She also has in the past had some brusing in her legs. I always thought it was from playing but now in concerned. Should I be?
Wed, 25 Mar 2015
these bruises are called petechiae/purpura.it may be due to platelet deficiency or due to vasculitis. get complete blood count and coagulation profile done.
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