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I have recently been getting small groups of (clusters are the size of a quarter) round purple bruises. could list be a sign of deficiency?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Purpura: You need to get seen. This is concerning as the first sign of a vasculitis -- anything from sensitivity to a medicine you are taking, to something VERY bad. Congratulations on your powers of observation -- these can be treacherous and this may save your life.

Answered 6/8/2018

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A member asked:

I have recently been getting small groups of (clusters are the size of a quarter) round purple bruises. could list be a sign of deficiency?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

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