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What Causes Small, Red, Pin Prick Like Spots On Feet And Ankles?

I have a question pertaining to my mother. She will be 64 in August, she is 5 5 tall and weighs approx. 185 lbs. About two weeks ago she noticed these small dark red pin prick looking spots only on her feet and ankles, they are not raised, do not itch or cause pain.. the spots have been increasing in number however. My mother has letchins Schlorosis(sp?), had hypoparathyroid, and had to have her parathyroid removed, fibromyalgia, RA, Depression and anxiety. She sits for her job for many hours. She does have vericose veins and she has had swelling in her feet, mostly around the large toe and ball of foot. She does have an irregular heart valve as well. She has also had catarac surgery on both eyes and did have complications with one. Other then that, she fell out of a moving car at the age of 3 and fractured her skull. She has been through a great deal of stressful and traumatic situations over the last 2 1/2 years.
Wed, 24 Feb 2021
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Hi,

There are many reasons for red rashes over the feet. Considering the age group of your mother along with multiple disabilities she has, I would recommend you to visit a dermatologist or a physician to confirm the diagnosis. It appears to be purpuric rashes to me which needs to be confirmed and investigated further.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Anoop Kumar, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Small, Red, Pin Prick Like Spots On Feet And Ankles?

Hi, There are many reasons for red rashes over the feet. Considering the age group of your mother along with multiple disabilities she has, I would recommend you to visit a dermatologist or a physician to confirm the diagnosis. It appears to be purpuric rashes to me which needs to be confirmed and investigated further. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Anoop Kumar, General & Family Physician