A member asked:

My gramma was told she has blood clots from ber ankle up to abdomen. she has red & purple spots on leg. any thought what they are??

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Vasculitis: These may be due to inflammation of blood vessels. Usually these spots do not fade when pressed firmly with a finger - "non blanching."

Answered 5/9/2016

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