tiny purple bruises

[donnabrain]

Hi.

I do have a diagnosis of APS but do not take any thinners ( was on aspirin for about 13 years but was taken off)

I have suffered from swellings on the inside of my elbows on and off for around 10 years or more.

these are very sore.

last night they were very sore and this morning I had time bruises.

this evening they are very sore.

I have taken photos and do actually have an appointment with gp next Wednesday ( for something unrelated)

is this something that needs immediate attention or can I just wait and bring it up at my appointment

[lupus-support1 Administrator]

If you are worried phone your GP, explain the situation & see what they say.

With good wishes,

Ros

[GinaD]

If the elbows are getting worse with time ( and your post seems do indicate that) I would suggest sooner rather than later.

[MaryF Administrator]

Hi, really good you have taken and kept photographs, good to show the GP and indeed your specialist, I hope they can get to the bottom of it for you. I am sure they will give you an appointment if you ring them, even if you email the photographs to them, (PA's email address marked for GP). MaryF

[donnabrain in reply to MaryF]

Thank you