Question 1

what can cause a sprained ankle to turn green and purple?

Accepted Answer

Brusing: The normal process by which a bruise heals is through the reabsorption of the hemoglobin from the injury.  The varying colors is the breakdown of heme, which is the part of the red blood cells that carry iron.  The colorations are the varying degrees of iron in the tissues from the injury.  Time will only allow it to heal.  Warm compresses increase circulation, which may help.

Question 2

what would cause both of my shins to turn purple. i also have left ankle and leg swelling. my boyfriends shins are worse than mine with blisters?

Accepted Answer

Fractures / vascular: The purple color may be indicative of stress fractures, but it also sound s like you may have a vascular issue going on here.  Many factors such as your medical history and activity level come into play here.  I would definitely see a doctor as soon as possible  and not wait with what you are describing.

Question 3

what causes sunburn like rash on chest, upper arms, and thighs which is also accompanied by purple, swollen feet and ankles?

Accepted Answer

Get it evaluated now: This requires immediate evaluation. It is impossible to offer specific advice without being able to visualize the rash and swelling. However, some causes can be potentially serious. See a doctor now or go to the er.

Question 4

what causes the bottom of your foot to turn purple left foot only notice in shower.

Accepted Answer

Purple Foot: Poor blood circulation, which can occur on its own or as part of other conditions such as diabetes and peripheral vascular disease. Your arteries and veins are narrower and therefore there is less blood getting to the extremities such as feet and toes. You need to see a doctor, who can measure the percentage blood flow through your legs.

Question 5

what can cause my foot to swell and turn purple?

Accepted Answer

Several reasons: Other than trauma, the first thing that comes to mind is venous insufficiency, where the valves of the deep leg veins become incompetent, causing the leg veins to become congested with unoxygenated blood, resulting in swelling with a bluish color, while the foot and leg remain warm.

Question 6

i have a purple spot on the bottom of my right foot. i have had it for years with no pain, should this be a cause for concern?

Accepted Answer

Probably OK: it is probably benign hemangioma . You can check it out with the dermatologist.

Question 7

what causes foot/feet to turn purple & what can i do about it? patient is 90 yr old bed ridden....

Accepted Answer

Possible circ  issue: There may be a circulation problem in the lower legs. Speak to  doctor. The patient, family and doctor need to decide what to do. A vascular consult could be in order.

Question 8

can driving 8 hours cause severe calve pain in right leg even if your calcium is normalcausing me to fall up a step? now knee is purple& painful!

Accepted Answer

Abnormalities : You need to get an immediate the exam with a physician this could be something serious like a blood clot in your leg seek immediate medical attention

Question 9

what would cause your foot to swell and turn the bottom of your foot and your toes purple & go cold & numb & tingle?

Accepted Answer

Many things: To name a few co-morbidities that are at play:  chf, venous stasis, dependent edema, neuropathy, auto-immune ties in with chronic diarrhea +- reynaud's syndrome, deep venous thrombus......The list could go on.  

The short......See your doctor soon.

Question 10

i am currently getting over mrsa in my 4th toe on my left foot. what would cause my toe and half my foot to become a dark purple color?

Accepted Answer

Varies: Several causes, you would want to make sure your doctor is aware.  Can be from the chronic inflammatory state that can accompany your infection, but it could also represent infection recurrence or even necrosis.  Make sure you are followed.

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What causes sunburn like rash on chest, upper arms, and thighs which is also accompanied by purple, swollen feet and ankles?

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What causes the bottom of your foot to turn purple left foot only notice in shower.

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What can cause my foot to swell and turn purple?

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I have a purple spot on the bottom of my right foot. i have had it for years with no pain, should this be a cause for concern?

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What causes foot/feet to turn purple & what can i do about it? patient is 90 yr old bed ridden....

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Can driving 8 hours cause severe calve pain in right leg even if your calcium is normalcausing me to fall up a step? now knee is purple& painful!

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What would cause your foot to swell and turn the bottom of your foot and your toes purple & go cold & numb & tingle?

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I am currently getting over mrsa in my 4th toe on my left foot. what would cause my toe and half my foot to become a dark purple color?

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