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What would cause discoloration to left ankle toes and calve almost looks like bruising and seems to be getting larger?

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Dr. Robert Jackson answered

Bruising: This maybe secondary to a medication you are taking or from trauma to your skin. You should see your dermatologist.

Dr Kass and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 1/5/2019

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Dr. Fred Birnbaum answered

Unknown: I would ned more information before even guessing here. Was there trauma? What is the color? Is there swelling? Is the discoloration raised off the skin?

Dr Jackson agreed

Answered 3/9/2015

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A member asked:

What would cause discoloration to left ankle toes and calve almost looks like bruising and seems to be getting larger?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Robert Jackson answered

Dr Kass and 2 doctors agreed

Dr. Fred Birnbaum answered

Dr Jackson agreed

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