Bruising On Lower Leg, White Spot In Center. What Does This Mean?

Posted on Wed, 5 Sep 2012

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Question : hi i have brusing on my lower leg it started out black and now has a white spot in the center of it what does this mean?

Answered by Dr. Praveen Rodrigues (7 hours later)

Hi there. Is there brusiing on one leg only..where exactly? was there any preceding trauma..even accidental or minor? Do you recall an insect/spider bite or is this possible? Is it possible to upload a good clear photo of the area? this will help!
Most likely an insect bite reaction & will subside with the application of a hydrocortisone butyrate cream that your pharmacist may be able to give you over the counter. Cheers & Good luck!

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar