Question 1

what are the itchy purple patches under my soles of my feet and palm of my hands?

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Eczema?: Eczema would be my first guess (possibly with a secondary fungal infection).  Unfortunately Donna to diagnose skin issues one must always see and feel the lesions.  Can try treating with moisturizer several times a day along with mild steroid cream like cortisone combined with any OTC antifungal cream.  If there in no improvement in 2 weeks time, please see your healthcare provider for evaluation.

Question 2

right foot swelling since 3/14 now i notice a quarter size patch with light purple viens on top of foot by ankle. what could it be?

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Possible ganglion: There are some various things that can present that way.    The area that you describe is a common place for ganglions to form.  Another consideration, is the Extensor Digitorum Brevis muscle belly.  This can become enlarged due to various stresses.  It is located on the lateral or little toe side of the foot near the ankle.
If you are having pain from this you may want to have this checked out.

Question 3

my partner foot is red & swollen with purple patches,  yes he had water retention about 2 yrs.no its not going up the leg like cellulitis.  any  idea?

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Clotting?: It sounds as if your partner needs appropriate compression garments to reduce edema and swelling but this is best for venous stasis and not necessarily for arterial insufficency. I would be concerned about varicose veins as well as a potential blood clot(s). A peripheral pulse exam and possible ultrasound imaging may be necessary to evaluate possible etiologies.

Question 4

why do feet sometimes look blue or purple?

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

Question 5

what does purple mean on the bootom of feet?

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

Question 6

what does it mean if my babys feet are purple?

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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 7

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

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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.

Question 8

why are my feet and toes purple?

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Many possibilities: There are many things that may cause a discoloration of the skin. Several types of inflammatory conditions of the skin, allergic reactions, poor circulation, bacterial, viral or fungal infections and cancer can cause a discoloration of the skin.   Have it evaluated by a professional and get the appropriate treatment.

Question 9

why do i have purple feet?

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Vascular: I suggest you be evaluated by a podiatrist or vascular specialist.

Question 10

what does it mean if bottoms of feet are purple?

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Circulation issues: One needs to have their circulation chacked: both arterial and venous.

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What are the itchy purple patches under my soles of my feet and palm of my hands?

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Right foot swelling since 3/14 now i notice a quarter size patch with light purple viens on top of foot by ankle. what could it be?

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My partner foot is red & swollen with purple patches, yes he had water retention about 2 yrs.no its not going up the leg like cellulitis. any idea?

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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?

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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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