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Bright red bruises on arms.

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henetha Thu 29-May-25 12:32:53

I get lots of these, often on the back of my hands. I have a purple one right now. They used to worry me but I've had so many now that I've stopped worrying.

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kittylester Thu 29-May-25 12:13:39

Crossed posts Elowen. Must be right.

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kittylester Thu 29-May-25 12:12:50

Think they are called Senile Purpura or something like that.

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Elowen33 Thu 29-May-25 12:11:31

They are Senile Purpura, caused by thinning skin in old age.

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Elusivebutterfly Thu 29-May-25 11:24:10

I get bright red marks on my arms as well, which gradually fade. I don't think they are bruises, as I also get the normal colour bruises. My skin is very thin and dry due to age and sun damage and I think the red marks are part of the same process.

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NotSpaghetti Thu 29-May-25 11:06:56

Are they actually bruises?
Do they go purple/yellow ?

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Blossoming Thu 29-May-25 11:05:29

Are you taking aspirin or anticoagulants or other medication that might cause this?

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MacCavity2 Thu 29-May-25 10:59:03

I know I’m awkward and rush around but does anyone know what causes these red bruises. I use arnica cream but is it a lack of collagen or a vitamin. Also past my sell by date.

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