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What Causes Purple Marks On The Body?
Question: Hi
I am XXXXXXX light skinned. 4 stone overweight. Th skin of my chest and body has purple marks. I will upload pics. My fbc is all good kidneys liver all good. All main enzymes ok. I also had a ana which was negative would you know what this is? Is it because of the extra weight or just skin.
I am XXXXXXX light skinned. 4 stone overweight. Th skin of my chest and body has purple marks. I will upload pics. My fbc is all good kidneys liver all good. All main enzymes ok. I also had a ana which was negative would you know what this is? Is it because of the extra weight or just skin.
Brief Answer:
The skin is normal in people with light color of skin and overweight
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your question.
I looked carefully at your photos and read your health description.
I don't see anything pathological in it. I can see the changes in the color (light purple/red) but that is due to your veins which are visible above the skin. It is normal in people in overweight.
Also, it is reassuring that all your blood tests have resulted normal.
If you feel anything like pain or itchiness, let me know and I will be happy to advise accordingly.
For now, just drink plenty of fluids, have a healthy diet with lots of fruits and vegetables, avoid alcohol and smoking and exercise at least 3-5 times/week.
I hope this has reassured you a bit.
Let me know if you still have questions or concerns.
Regards,
Dr.Papaqako
The skin is normal in people with light color of skin and overweight
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thank you for using Healthcaremagic to post your question.
I looked carefully at your photos and read your health description.
I don't see anything pathological in it. I can see the changes in the color (light purple/red) but that is due to your veins which are visible above the skin. It is normal in people in overweight.
Also, it is reassuring that all your blood tests have resulted normal.
If you feel anything like pain or itchiness, let me know and I will be happy to advise accordingly.
For now, just drink plenty of fluids, have a healthy diet with lots of fruits and vegetables, avoid alcohol and smoking and exercise at least 3-5 times/week.
I hope this has reassured you a bit.
Let me know if you still have questions or concerns.
Regards,
Dr.Papaqako
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