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What Causes Purple Rashes On The Upper Lip While Suffering From Gastroparesis?
My neighbor is very sickly. She is 41 years old and has gastro paresis and severe type 1 diabetes uncontrolled. She is frequently in the hospital due to her conditions. About 2 1/2 years ago I began noticied a rash on her upper lip that looked like a dark purple bruise. Recently I notice it has gotten worse as it has begun to spread. What is this and is it contagious? I am concerned because I take care of her sometimes
Wed, 2 May 2018
Hello,
A skin lesion that has been for 2 and half years is very least likely to be infectious and hence a negligible risk to anyone around.
However, a lesion lasting this much should always be a concern for the person himself. I would advise not to ignore and must talk to a skin specialist to see the lesion.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman
A skin lesion that has been for 2 and half years is very least likely to be infectious and hence a negligible risk to anyone around.
However, a lesion lasting this much should always be a concern for the person himself. I would advise not to ignore and must talk to a skin specialist to see the lesion.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mahboob Ur Rahman
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