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A member asked:
Recently my cheeks have been turning red and purple. the red is normal, but it started turning shades of purple, it happens on random occasions. why?
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Red cheeks: Red cheeks can be from flushing or rheumatic diseases or just erythema from rosacea. Or sun sensitivity. See your dr.
Answered 4/16/2014
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What provocates this: Do you notice anything that provokes your cheeks to turn red? Many people experience this phenomenon when embarrassed or during temperature changes. Normally cheeks turn red because your blood vessels dilate. Purple cheeks are indicative of vessel spasm and lack of blood flow to your cheeks. This problem should abate with time. If you have pain or associated symptoms see your doctor.
Answered 4/16/2014
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