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What Could Be Random Bruises On Legs For A Cancer Remission Patient?

Hi, I have a back round of cancer and I have been in remission for almost 4 years now. I have been having really bad anxiety and have been finding random bruises on my legs and arms with no idea of where they came from . Some are there but do not hurt when I push on them... and I have had an on going cold for the past month or so and have been in and out of the clinic and I don't know if I should be concerned or not. Please help.
Fri, 17 Jan 2014
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Hi and thank you so much for this query.

I am so sorry to hear about bruises. I am happy to hear you were able to take on the cancer battle and have been in remission for 4years. I think what you term bruises are small bleeds on the skin. I will suggest that you get your clotting system evaluated. A full blood count would tell us whether the platelets are in good number or not. This can open the door to different possible causes. Also, You need proper interviewing and examination before testing to gather more information. talk to your priary healthcare doctor for this.

I hope this addresses your query fully. Thank you so much for using our services and please feel free to ask for clarifications if need be. I wish you the best of health.
Dr. Ditah, MD.
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What Could Be Random Bruises On Legs For A Cancer Remission Patient?

Hi and thank you so much for this query. I am so sorry to hear about bruises. I am happy to hear you were able to take on the cancer battle and have been in remission for 4years. I think what you term bruises are small bleeds on the skin. I will suggest that you get your clotting system evaluated. A full blood count would tell us whether the platelets are in good number or not. This can open the door to different possible causes. Also, You need proper interviewing and examination before testing to gather more information. talk to your priary healthcare doctor for this. I hope this addresses your query fully. Thank you so much for using our services and please feel free to ask for clarifications if need be. I wish you the best of health. Dr. Ditah, MD.