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What Are The Causes Of Having Recurring Bruising On Arms Near Elbow And Dark Marks On Arm?

I have unexplained bruising on my arms near my elbow and I get it often what can this be. I have three very large dark marks on my arm and i dont know where they seem from and lately i have been having a sharp pain from my thigh to the back of my legs down to my ankles.
Fri, 27 Dec 2013
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Hi,

I can understand your concern for recurring bruising on arms near elbow and dark marks on arm.

Regarding the problem of bruises which we call medically as "purpuric or ecchymotic spots" is common condition seen due to multiple causes.

1. Due to trauma to the small blood vessels of the skin.

2. Due to some problem in the platelets ( the cells which prevents the extravasation of red blood cells from the vessels and forms the clot).

3. Due to problem with the coagulation factors which helps in repair of the injury to blood vessels and helps in clot formation.

For the best part of the diagnosis there are simple tests of platelet function and coagulation factors done routinely in all the simple laboratories to rule out the exact cause of the problem. If these tests are normal then you can rest assured and relieve your tensions regarding the rash. Otherwise also if the test are abnormal then also can be very well treated without any problem.

I hope these information's will help you.

Take care.
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What Are The Causes Of Having Recurring Bruising On Arms Near Elbow And Dark Marks On Arm?

Hi, I can understand your concern for recurring bruising on arms near elbow and dark marks on arm. Regarding the problem of bruises which we call medically as purpuric or ecchymotic spots is common condition seen due to multiple causes. 1. Due to trauma to the small blood vessels of the skin. 2. Due to some problem in the platelets ( the cells which prevents the extravasation of red blood cells from the vessels and forms the clot). 3. Due to problem with the coagulation factors which helps in repair of the injury to blood vessels and helps in clot formation. For the best part of the diagnosis there are simple tests of platelet function and coagulation factors done routinely in all the simple laboratories to rule out the exact cause of the problem. If these tests are normal then you can rest assured and relieve your tensions regarding the rash. Otherwise also if the test are abnormal then also can be very well treated without any problem. I hope these information s will help you. Take care.