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Sensitive, bruise like markings on legs. hurts when touched. now has swollen ankles. what can it be?! please help!!!

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Hard to say : There are a few things to consider. My first consideration is blood vessel inflammation which we call vasculitis.See your physician and ask to be evaluated for vasculitis

Dr Kahn agreed

Answered 12/9/2016

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