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I have had purpura for 6 years or so, but the spots are spreading all over my body. the spots itch when i'm to hot and when im cold. what can i do?

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Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Tricky: cannot say in your particular case, but generally, this is a LIFE-THREATENING DISORDER that needs immediate (right now) attention and likely hospital admission. It implies you are not able to keep blood inside you. This often means a blood problem or liver failure. Bad.

Answered 5/23/2016

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Purpura needs exam: Purpura is the name given to bleeding within the skin. There are many causes, harmless and not-so-harmless. Advice is not possible without knowing the cause of your purport; see your doctor for a full clinical examination and advice

Answered 2/1/2017

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A member asked:

I have had purpura for 6 years or so, but the spots are spreading all over my body. the spots itch when i'm to hot and when im cold. what can i do?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Matt Wachsman answered

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