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What Could Bruises On Thigh With Raised Rashes And Head Cold Suggest?
I have unexplained bruising on my arms and thighs. I also have a raised rash on my left arm and now on my legs . The rash is not itchy or sore, but rough to touch. I am 48 year old female 5ft 1 and 9 stone in weight. I do not feel unwell otherwise . Although I may have the beginnings of a head cold this morning .I have had trouble sleeping and have general aches in my shoulders and back, but don t think it s related to any if the above at all. A couple of months ago, I experienced 3-4 burst blood vessels in my eyes, one after the other. Also unexplained . The optician said my eyes and general health was good and it was nothing to worry about. Shoul I see my GP.?
Fri, 14 Sep 2018
Hi,
As a dermatologist, I could comment only about the rash that is present on your thighs. Regarding the eye complaint, you could consult your Ophthalmologist.
The rash in your thigh could be possibly a purpura the cause of which could be drugs, or mild trauma or vitamin deficiency or age induced. If it is not increasing in size, you could take vitamin C tablets for a week.
If the rash is increasing in size and not improved after taking a week course of vitamin C, you should consult your Dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist
As a dermatologist, I could comment only about the rash that is present on your thighs. Regarding the eye complaint, you could consult your Ophthalmologist.
The rash in your thigh could be possibly a purpura the cause of which could be drugs, or mild trauma or vitamin deficiency or age induced. If it is not increasing in size, you could take vitamin C tablets for a week.
If the rash is increasing in size and not improved after taking a week course of vitamin C, you should consult your Dermatologist.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Take care
Regards,
Dr Siva Subramanian, Dermatologist
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