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My Husband Is 88 And He Started Developing Blood Stains On His Arms What Can It Be And Who Is Recommended Doctor ?
Question: my husband is 88 and he started developing blod stains on his arms what can it be and who is recommended doctor
Brief Answer:
senile purpura?
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
- Senile purpura: this is the most likely cause although I haven't seen your husband's arms. This is a disorder caused by ageing, as the skin and the rest of the tissues become more and more fragile.
- drugs: patients taking aspirin or anticoagulants may experience such symptoms. Corticosteroids may also make the skin very thin and fragile. Amlodipine and carvedilol are not supposed to cause it.
- minor injuries: many people may develop some degree of incoordination as they age which may result in minor injuries.
- dermatitis: it may cause itching. Scratching the skin may cause the blood stains.
You do realize - I suppose - that the above causes may all apply to the same person and contribute to the symptoms. If I had to guess which is the most likely cause for any individual at this age, I would have gone with senile purpura.
You can check with either your primary care physician or a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
I hope I've answered your query. Please let me know if you need further assistance.
Regards!
senile purpura?
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
- Senile purpura: this is the most likely cause although I haven't seen your husband's arms. This is a disorder caused by ageing, as the skin and the rest of the tissues become more and more fragile.
- drugs: patients taking aspirin or anticoagulants may experience such symptoms. Corticosteroids may also make the skin very thin and fragile. Amlodipine and carvedilol are not supposed to cause it.
- minor injuries: many people may develop some degree of incoordination as they age which may result in minor injuries.
- dermatitis: it may cause itching. Scratching the skin may cause the blood stains.
You do realize - I suppose - that the above causes may all apply to the same person and contribute to the symptoms. If I had to guess which is the most likely cause for any individual at this age, I would have gone with senile purpura.
You can check with either your primary care physician or a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
I hope I've answered your query. Please let me know if you need further assistance.
Regards!
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