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Hi i notice of haveing bruises on my both legs there blueish purple it seems that more have appeared on them what could it be thanks .

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Please see: Please see your dermatologist for evaluation and to discuss treatment options. This is the only way you can find out what is causing this.

Answered 7/11/2013

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A member asked:

Hi i notice of haveing bruises on my both legs there blueish purple it seems that more have appeared on them what could it be thanks .

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Robert Jackson answered

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