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What Is The Red And Swollen Bruise On My Leg?
On Monday I noticed a bruise on my leg, very circular, about 2 inches in diameter, very dark purple. Today, there is redness in the center, swollen and warm. Some of the color has started to move outside of the original circle. I don t see any marks that would make me think it is an insect bite. Is there any reason to be concerned?
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Tue, 17 Jun 2014
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Yes, if I am honest, as it may be a warning sign of a cellulitis, ecthyma and so on. Though I have mentioned those at first yet it may be a minor thing also. But we as expert need to exclude those bad ones. Please visit a dermatologist as early as possible.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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Dr. Surajit Gorai
Yes, if I am honest, as it may be a warning sign of a cellulitis, ecthyma and so on. Though I have mentioned those at first yet it may be a minor thing also. But we as expert need to exclude those bad ones. Please visit a dermatologist as early as possible.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Surajit Gorai
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