Suggest Treatment For Red Marks And Bruises On The Arms

Posted on Wed, 12 Apr 2017

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Question : I have red marks likes bruises on my arms. Do you now what they are? My mother also had them when she was older.

Answered by Dr. Ilyas Patel (51 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Senile purpura most probably

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Welcome to HCM...

After reading short history provided by you, I could conclude that most probably you may be having senile purpura.

Kindly consult the dermatologist for the perfect diagnosis and proper treatment.

Due to fragility of capillaries wall,the blood oozes underneath the skin,that creates the bruises,also called ecchymoses. It is a benign condition. It is due to old age, that is why called senile purpura.

I would suggest..

- apply thrombophob oint on the patches
- vitamin C 1000 mg twice a day
- vitamin K.. tab orsi-k twice a day

The patches recover in few weeks, they might relapse. Repeat the treatment. Avoid injuries and friction to the skin.

I hope this would help you.

Thanks.

Dr.Ilyas Patel MD

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