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What Causes Bruises On Upper Legs With History Of Morphea Scleroderma?
I have been diagnosed with morphea scleroderma about 5 years ago. I have a lot of spots that look like bruises. I m having trouble with upper legs, and didn t know if this would affect me this way. Family Dr. thought maybe hip joint, socket, but xrays came back ok. Just having a lot of pain walking.
Wed, 15 Jul 2020
Hello,
As per my clinical experience, the bruises are in concern with the auto-immune response of body to underlying scleroderma. The pain while walking is secondary to tissue fibrosis and scarring
rather than joint involvement (hence X-ray is normal). The systemic cortico-steroids come to play very vital role in this type of conditions.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
As per my clinical experience, the bruises are in concern with the auto-immune response of body to underlying scleroderma. The pain while walking is secondary to tissue fibrosis and scarring
rather than joint involvement (hence X-ray is normal). The systemic cortico-steroids come to play very vital role in this type of conditions.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bhagyesh V. Patel, General Surgeon
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