Thinning Skin

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Occasionally I find that a purple coloured spot erupts on my lower arms and legs. They do eventually disappear but usually leave a brown spot in their place. The GP tells me it is just thinning skin but I would like to know what causes them. Thank you.
Diana

[Dr Anton Alexandroff]

Dear Diana,

Thank you for your question. It sounds like bruising. Ask you GP to check you full blood count and clotting.

I hope this is helpful.
With Best Wishes,

Dr Anton Alexandroff FRCP(UK) PhD CCT(Derm) FRSM FAAD
Consultant Dermatologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer
The British Skin Foundation Spokesperson
London, Cambridge, Leicester and Bedford

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