A member asked:

My son is 4 months old. he was taking a nap in my arms, when he had woke up i noticed he had a raised bruise that covered his shin with red spots.

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Dr. Joseph Bouvier answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

See below: Is it a bruise or a raised red welt? If the areas are actual red/purple bruises, then get the child seen now, especially if fussy, febrile, or any breathing problems.

Answered 9/30/2013

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