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I'm prone to senile purpura. lately every time i scratch myself it turns into a giant, red-purple splotch, often breaking the skin. i take citrus bioflavonoids. can a dermatologist help me even more to not be so vulnerable to the most minor scratch?

Q: i'm prone to senile purpura. lately every time i scratch myself it turns into a giant, red-purple splotch, often breaking the skin. i take citrus bioflavonoids. can a dermatologist help me even more to not be so vulnerable to the most minor scratch?

: If they find out the cause then that will dictate the treatment. Start with local GP.

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Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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If they find out the cause then that will dictate the treatment. Start with local GP.

Answered 10/18/2022

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A member asked:

I'm prone to senile purpura. lately every time i scratch myself it turns into a giant, red-purple splotch, often breaking the skin. i take citrus bioflavonoids. can a dermatologist help me even more to not be so vulnerable to the most minor scratch?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Clarence Grim answered

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