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What Causes Purple Red Patches Appearing On Body?
I have lots of purple red patches that are appearing on my body ,the first day was on my thighs and one was really big ,after 2 days ,i had some on my lower back ,tummy and now breasts.The big patch on my thigh has gotten bigger now, i don t recall any irritation or dehydration, what could it possibly be ?
Tue, 28 Apr 2020
Hi,
Noted the history about development of purple red patches starting with thighs, lower back and then tummy and breasts, patches becoming bigger, does not recall any irritation or dehydration.
As per the history you have mentioned this looks to be due to some hematological problems, may be platelet reduction or some bleeding or clotting disorder.
Some medicines like low dose Aspirin or blood thinner can also cause such problem.
Hence I would advise you the following:
First of all, consult your Doctor immediately.
Go for the relevant tests of blood.
Second opinion of a Hematologist if required or advised by your Doctor.
Stop any medicines if you are taking with consultation of your Doctor.
Take plenty of oral fluids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. T. Chandrakant, ENT and General Surgeon
Noted the history about development of purple red patches starting with thighs, lower back and then tummy and breasts, patches becoming bigger, does not recall any irritation or dehydration.
As per the history you have mentioned this looks to be due to some hematological problems, may be platelet reduction or some bleeding or clotting disorder.
Some medicines like low dose Aspirin or blood thinner can also cause such problem.
Hence I would advise you the following:
First of all, consult your Doctor immediately.
Go for the relevant tests of blood.
Second opinion of a Hematologist if required or advised by your Doctor.
Stop any medicines if you are taking with consultation of your Doctor.
Take plenty of oral fluids.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. T. Chandrakant, ENT and General Surgeon
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