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What Causes Dark Spots On Ankles After A Jaw Surgery?
Hi Im 63 yrs old Male. I have been diagnosed with jaw bone infection, I had surgery 3 mo ago and now I have it again. Some dark spots have appeared on my anckles, I dont know if it is related (circulation, blood thikness etc.) I dont know the root of my affections.
Fri, 24 Aug 2018
Hello,
It may be Schamberg's disease, a type of capillaritis. Fragility of capillaries wall may responsible for the disease. Do not remain in standing position for long time. Keep the legs elevated while sleeping. Take dobesil dosilate and vitamin C for long time. Apply Thrombophob ointment.
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It may be Schamberg's disease, a type of capillaritis. Fragility of capillaries wall may responsible for the disease. Do not remain in standing position for long time. Keep the legs elevated while sleeping. Take dobesil dosilate and vitamin C for long time. Apply Thrombophob ointment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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