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What Causes Persistent Brown Spots On Ankles With The History Of Infections?
Question: I have had brown spots for years on my ankles..They seem to have become more pronounced,and larger..around both ankles.
I am not diabetic and am taking two different antibiotics for infections in my system, LEVOFLOXACIN,
750 MG for lung infection,METHYLPREDNISOLONE,end the 4 th day of this regimen and CLINDAMYCIN,300 MG.i HAVE HAD A very stubborn lung infection for 5 to 6 weeks.
It was once suggested to me that I could have an over abundance of iron in my blood because my uncle had this condition ,Hemocomatosis and gave blood on a regular basis..I do not give blood. I am over weight and of late have been sedentary..5'9".210 lbs..69 year old male..healthy in all other regards..Your thoughts please..
I am not diabetic and am taking two different antibiotics for infections in my system, LEVOFLOXACIN,
750 MG for lung infection,METHYLPREDNISOLONE,end the 4 th day of this regimen and CLINDAMYCIN,300 MG.i HAVE HAD A very stubborn lung infection for 5 to 6 weeks.
It was once suggested to me that I could have an over abundance of iron in my blood because my uncle had this condition ,Hemocomatosis and gave blood on a regular basis..I do not give blood. I am over weight and of late have been sedentary..5'9".210 lbs..69 year old male..healthy in all other regards..Your thoughts please..
Brief Answer:
Pigmented Purpuric Dermatosis
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com. I have read your query. I understand your concern.
As per details, the most likely possibility for your symptoms is a condition of skin called Pigmented Purpuric Dermatosis (PPD). It is characterised by red colored or hyperpigmented discrete patches that may become confluent at later stage. It is either completely asymptomatic or may be associated with mild itch. It may be associated with varicose veins. It is more common in people with frequent dependency on legs.
I will advise you to upload the images so that I can actually visualize the rash and advise you to my best.
Take care.
Pigmented Purpuric Dermatosis
Detailed Answer:
Hello. Welcome to Healthcaremagic.com. I have read your query. I understand your concern.
As per details, the most likely possibility for your symptoms is a condition of skin called Pigmented Purpuric Dermatosis (PPD). It is characterised by red colored or hyperpigmented discrete patches that may become confluent at later stage. It is either completely asymptomatic or may be associated with mild itch. It may be associated with varicose veins. It is more common in people with frequent dependency on legs.
I will advise you to upload the images so that I can actually visualize the rash and advise you to my best.
Take care.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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