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What Causes Red Dots On The Lower Leg?

Hi,
My 5 year old son has small red dots on lower leg .his ankles are swollen,he does jump around on the floor a lot.
I think he must of sprained them.however I am concerned about the red dots.it also looks like arash around the ankle near his sock line.
Thu, 19 Dec 2019
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Hello,

Consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Conditions like HFMD (hand foot mouth disease) is a possibility. HSP is another possibility.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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What Causes Red Dots On The Lower Leg?

Hello, Consult a dermatologist and get evaluated. Conditions like HFMD (hand foot mouth disease) is a possibility. HSP is another possibility. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician