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Is purpura raised bumps ? or is it smooth?
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Purpura are smooth, not raised, similar a bruise when you are hit hard.
Answered 1/2/2022
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Purpura just means purple spots on the skin (usually smooth) that range in size from small dots to large patches. Purpura spots are generally benign, but may indicate a more serious medical condition, such as a blood clotting disorder.
Answered 1/3/2022
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