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Blood spots on my forearms

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Does anyone else suddenly have blood spots under the skin. I take aspirin but lately they are getting larger and appearing suddenly

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Buddy00

My father in law was on lots of meds for various heart conditions and he had big blood spots on his arms . He was very conscious of them but it was just one of those things.

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Pollypuss in reply to Buddy00

Yes thank you. I think it may well be aspirin as I never had anything quite like this before - also it’s been pretty hot lately

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Spangle14

Skin getting thinner with age can cause this to happen, especially if skin has been sun damaged over the years. Probably a good idea to speak with your GP just incase there is any connection with taking aspirin regularly.

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Pollypuss in reply to Spangle14

Thank you . Probably the age thing and I will mention it to doctor

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Bishop1

Hi Pollypuss. My arms look as if I have been battered. Spoke to the Pharmacist at my G P,s yesterday. It's because I'm on Aspirin and Clopodgril. My skin is thin. Advised to moisture a lot and take off my watch and bracelets at night. I cover with me up if I'm going somewhere nice otherwise don't bother. Small price to pay for my health. Take care x

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Pollypuss in reply to Bishop1

Thank you

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