Hi,

I have unexplained bruising on my thighs. They begin very dark purple and smaller than an eraser, in clusters of 5-10. Then they get lighter and bigger, like they're spreading out, and they turn more of a green color. They don't hurt, and they don't white-out when touched.

I'm particularly concerned because, about a month and a half ago, I experienced (for about a week) very itchy palms and soles. It moved up my legs and also to my nose. I had no rash, skin looked normal, but it itched uncontrollably. Since it's been a while, these symptoms may not be connected, I realize.

The other symptom I currently have is a burning sensation just under my right armpit and down the right side of my breast. I have had this for several months, now, but I have been attributing it to my fibromyalgia. The difference between this pain, though, and my typical fibromyalgia pain is that this pain has been consistent in that one spot, while my fibromyalgia flare-ups usually don't last more than a few days in one spot.

I know I'm probably being paranoid. But the bruises have me pretty worried. I would say I currently have about 25 on my thighs alone--most about the size of a fingertip. Any insight you could offer would be greatly appreciated.