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What Causes Recurring Purple Spots On The Arms?

Posted on Wed, 8 Jun 2016

Question: Hi,
Purpleish spots appear on my arms stay for 5 or 6 day then disappear. can you tell me what might cause this? Thank you.
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Bruises

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the query.
Probably you are developing bruises.
Spontaneous bruises develop due to low platelets.
Get your platelet levels checked.
You can apply heparin gel for immediate relief.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Deepak

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (1 hour later)

Thank you

What are the causes of low platelets?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Rahul Kumar (14 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Viral infection

Detailed Answer:
Hello
Thanks for the follow up.
Low platelet can be due to a mild viral infection but it is usually self limiting.
Just relax you should be fine in 15 days.
Let me know if you have any other doubts.
Thank you.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad