i have black spots on my leg, i bearly noticed..they are not bruises because they don't hurt, please help :(
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Some help maybe... I would definately recommend seeing your doc about this, but I might suggest that you ask if this could be a side effect of taking birth control pills or any other prescriptions that might contain hormones (that is if you are). I at one point had bruise like markings on my shins and top of my feet. It started with one bigger marking that grew and my doctor at the time swore that I had bumped my shin and it was a bruise. A month later I had about 5 of them and they were growing or becoming more oblong. I finally got referred to a skin doctor, and we found out that I had an allergic reaction to a hormone in my birth control I was taking. I stopped taking the pills and the bruise like markings went away. Hope I am not way off base on this one by suggesting birth control or maybe any drugs that contain hormones in them, but go see your doctor. -Ve
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My guess would be poor circulation, or fluid. Have you been tested for high blood pressure? If you're hypertensive (have high blood pressure) this could cause swelling. You really need to have the Dr. ckeck you out, and run some blood work. There is also a condition that can happen at any age, without warning that will cause your legs to swell badly, due to fluid staying in them and not being moved throughout the body the way it's supposed to. It kind of like if the fluid in you body is on a train that gets derained in the legs, so it method of transportation is broken. If that's the case, you need to catch it early because it will damage tissue in your legs causing pain, discoloration(that can be permanent), loss of feeling, or use of the leg(s). In any case, this isn't normal and you should see your Dr. as soon as you can. Good luck!
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man go see a doc .. white spots do not happen because of lack of sleep they are dark circles ... i think ur getting aneamic .. dunno ... just go see a doc ...
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Depends on how you got the black eye--I got hit really hard and cut on the forehead--ended up with slowly developing black eyes (yes, both!).  Swollen, purple, black, then yellow, etc.  For the swelling, those cold thingys for muscle sprains, etc.  Afterward, mostly just have to live with the colors--they will fade eventually.  Although you could try makeup I guess, but being a guy, you probably don't want that--only helps a little anyway.  If you still have tenderness or soreness though, you need to go to the doctor--that shouldn't still be there.  Otherwise, just be patient! :)
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My mother-in-law got them zapped with lazor treatments.  I'm not sure what the actualy treatment is called, but she had them done a few weeks in a row and now her legs are vericose veins-free.  Check with your doctor.\n\nP.S. - She says it didn't hurt
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Ummmm, because you ate licorce ice cream? You put black lipstick on them? They got frostbite (call your doc STAT)?  You have poor circulation in them and they have become necrosed (dead tissue.. in this case, call your doc STAT... you have some serious problems)? Your are not breathing well and your oxygen levels are low (here again, you need medical attention STAT)? You have African DNA in you?\n\nDoes any of the above help?
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I would go to the doctor if I were you because you could be at risk for a blood clot. I have banged my shin and it has never done what yours has.  It has been too long since you hit it for this type of reaction.  Please take yourself to a doctor just to be on the safe side.
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It may be something you just never knew about, and always had. I have them, or something similar, on my arms. They look like blisters, and if I pick at them they either don't do anything or they bleed. \n\nThis is something that I've always had, and my mother said I had them as a baby. I also have eczyma, but the dermatologist says it has nothing to do with that, that this is just part of my skin, and there is nothing wrong with it, but it will always be there. Kinda frustrating. \n\nTalk to a dermatologist. They can tell you if it's a natural problem with your skin, or something like an allergic reaction to soap, sunscreen lotion, laundry detergent, or even changed chemicals in water.
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You might have Vitiligo.  If that is the case those spots will get worse in the sun.  Make sure that you put a good sunscreen on.  SPF 50 or higher and try to stay out of direct sunlight.  Go out when the sun is not super bright.  Here is a website that can give you more information.
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hey, i asked the same question a few days ago. i think it is hereditary. creams didnt work at all for me. i might try the rolling pin thing, though i might have to have someone help me with that. kinda hard to do your own bag of legs and ass. good luck to us!ha
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Black marks due to mishandling of acne are common. You should use a scrub for your face routinely. Apply a mixture of Eukroma cream and Retino-A cream (available at the chemist's) at bedtime. \n\nYou can ask your dermatologist to give you chemical peels for the problem.
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Sweety, that is not a bruise....maybe a birthmark or a scar.....but I would use Avon Cover-up, it hides anything, also revlons workks good! Good luck!
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I don't honestly think gums are supposed to have black spots on them. My gums are perfectly pink. And to tell you the truth,the only people I have ever seen with black discolorations on their gums, had bad teeth. You might want to go to the dentist and get it checked out. Good luck!!!
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They're called sweat pimples. Nothing to worry about. They form when you sweat alot on your legs, normally starting about now and ending when the weather cools. Just pop them like zits, but don't squeeze them to death. They'll stay red and swollen and look like they'll need popping for a few days after but they won't, just let them heal. In the mean time, do wear shorts and let your legs breathe. That's probably most of your problem.\n\nNote: You probably don't have lyme disease, chiggers, and I doubt you're getting bit by spiders. This is a normal thing that every male I know gets, including myself.
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you could always try to cover the birthmark with some sunscreen before you go out in the sun or tanning bed. It shouldn't darken too much then. But honestly, I wouldn't worry about it, I have a couple birthmarks on my legs and my boyfriend loves them. He seriously think they are the cutest things. You're beautiful just the way you are!
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It means you have a skin fungus.\nA black light is the way some dermatologists check to see if a skin condition is fungus.\nI am surprised these areas have not bothered you.\nI would get to a dermatologist right away and bring the black light with you to show him in case he does not have one.\nMany dermatologists have black lights to see if a condition is actaully fungus but not all.\nBut hey should all know about the blacklight beieng the test for fungus on the skin.
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i have been a nurse for a long time. When i saw this question i was concerned for you. please see your dr. he will probably check for circulation problems or maybe you have a bacteria in the wound that the antibiotic won't kill. It should be cultured right away. This takes about 3 days to see any growth and to be able to determine what kind of bacteria is in the wound. Please look for red marks going up your leg. also check to see if the area is red and warm. if you see the red marks or it is red you should get to the e.r. Good luck. My guess is that you just need the right antibiotic. Good luck.