Question 1

my 8month has a purple mark on his foot that doesn't  fade what is this

Accepted Answer

Nevus: This is not unusual. The child has a congenital hemangioma or nevus. This needs to be followed by the doctor but is rarely serious. It may go away in time. Has it gotten smaller as many of them will do. 
Best wishes.

Question 2

i have a red/purple mark on the top of my foot i haven't had it there always i don't know when it showed it's been there for months doesn't hurt at al?

Accepted Answer

Have it looked at: Any hyperpigmented mark should always be examined.

Question 3

toes have turned purple and i have see through marks on the underneath of each toe they are also swollen and very pain full and my feet are freezing?

Accepted Answer

Don't know what-: - see through marks are but you could have Raynaud's symptoms.a visit to your MD could help.

Question 4

i was bathing my 3 month 4 week old son and noticed purple marks ,"looks like bruises", on the bottom of both his feet is that normal?

Accepted Answer

No.: It is not unusual to see a diffuse bluish color to the feet if the baby gets a little chilled or if you are holding him upright and gripping him snugly by the thighs, but the discoloration clears with warmth or position change.  Bluish purple marks on the lower back and butt called Mongoloan spots are present from birth.  Does it wash off?  Dye from socks can stain.  If not, consider injury.  Who?

Question 5

i woke up with a dime sized re lump on side/bottom of foot. a little sore when stepping down but nothing too terrible. later in the day turned purple. i cant see any bite marks and it doesn't itch. ideas?

Accepted Answer

: Lesion occurred during sleep is likely an insect bite although you do not see the bite mark. Without symptom I only advise observation. You only need to see a healthcare provider if lesion gets bigger or you become symptomatic.

Question 6

my son 3.5 yes old had hand, foot and mouth a month ago which then got infected. the infection has cleared, scabs are gone but he is now left with red marks all over his mouth/chin that turn purple in the cold. will this fade or is this scarring?

Accepted Answer

: He is very likely to have developed something new.   Hand-foot-mouth disease does not leave "red marks" after recovery.  Have him checked by his PCP.

Question 7

why do feet sometimes look blue or purple?

Accepted Answer

Some causes: Include raynaud's disease or dependent rubor secondary venous insufficiency.

Question 8

what does purple mean on the bootom of feet?

Accepted Answer

: It can be associated with circulatory Problems. I suggest you get this checked out.

Question 9

what does it mean if my babys feet are purple?

Accepted Answer

Immature circulation: Your baby's circulation is still in the process of developing.  Purple hands and feet is just a result of this immaturity.  You do not need to be concerned if your baby is otherwise acting healthy.  However if his lips or chest turn blue you should see your pediatrician as this can be a sign of cardiac disease.

Question 10

my daughters feet are always turning purple but it does go away?

Accepted Answer

Mgt: I would recommend four extremity blood pressure readings, and a cardiac evaluation by your PCP. Please have them obtain her pulse oximetry reading. A follow up virtual appointment may be booked online.

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A member asked:

My 8month has a purple mark on his foot that doesn't fade what is this

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I have a red/purple mark on the top of my foot i haven't had it there always i don't know when it showed it's been there for months doesn't hurt at al?

A member asked:

Toes have turned purple and i have see through marks on the underneath of each toe they are also swollen and very pain full and my feet are freezing?

A member asked:

I was bathing my 3 month 4 week old son and noticed purple marks ,"looks like bruises", on the bottom of both his feet is that normal?

A member asked:

I woke up with a dime sized re lump on side/bottom of foot. a little sore when stepping down but nothing too terrible. later in the day turned purple. i cant see any bite marks and it doesn't itch. ideas?

A member asked:

My son 3.5 yes old had hand, foot and mouth a month ago which then got infected. the infection has cleared, scabs are gone but he is now left with red marks all over his mouth/chin that turn purple in the cold. will this fade or is this scarring?

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Why do feet sometimes look blue or purple?

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What does purple mean on the bootom of feet?

A member asked:

What does it mean if my babys feet are purple?

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My daughters feet are always turning purple but it does go away?

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