Purple patch appeared on skin

I am not and have not been pregnant yet, I have no nipple discharge, my nipples are not flattening, my breasts are not swollen, not warm, no orange peel skin, etc. I have no family history of breast cancer. A year ago I went bra-free at home, so my breasts hang alot and they are heavy.

Recently I started to wear a bra at home again, because I experience less discomfort wearing one. I googled telangiectasia dilated capillaries and the pictures seem to be very similar to what I have on breasts. Is it possible that these patches have something to do with my weight gain even though I have already stopped gaining weight by the time they appeared , my breast size, and the fact that my breasts have been hanging alot for months before the appearance of these patches?

Has any of you experienced the same symptoms? Is it something to be concerned about? Posted 5 years ago. Do see your doctor!! Or just watch for changes. If you're like me you're scouring the Internet for answers finding very little!! I don't think it's super common or super talked about, but for the longest time I worried about IBC.

Big boobs are just the devil and have al these weird things that go with them. Good luck! Let me know how things go for you! Hi Bev, are you having similar symptoms? Mine stayed that way, and probably has been that way forever.

I actually just had a breast reduction. I had several areas like that. My doctor said it was tiny veins on big ol breasts! Well she didn't say big ol, but that was the layman' version. Posted 17 months ago.

Posted 4 years ago. So has anyone found a way to fix it or make it at least subside a bit? I get bad anxiety when it comes to talking to the Dr. Fungal infections, such as ringworm , tinea versicolor , and candida can also trigger discolored skin patches on various parts of the body.

The immune system normally works to keep the body healthy by fighting off harmful invaders that cause infections and disease. In people with autoimmune diseases and allergies , however, the immune system confuses healthy cells for something foreign and attacks them by mistake. This triggers inflammation throughout the body, resulting in various symptoms, including swelling and redness.

These reactions can range from red rashes and blisters to skin lightening or darkening. Allergic reactions to foods, plants, or irritants can also result in discolored skin patches in various areas of the body. These changes may appear as rashes or raised bumps that itch or burn. One common allergy that can cause skin discoloration is eczema. Like certain autoimmune diseases, eczema triggers an immune reaction that attacks the skin. The condition can cause scaly patches and red bumps that ooze or crust over.

Hormonal changes, especially during pregnancy , can trigger changes in skin color. These changes often occur due to increased levels of the female hormones estrogen and progesterone. It can cause dark patches to form on both sides of the face. Birthmarks are discolored skin spots that can develop at birth or after birth.

Some common types of birthmarks include:. Skin cancer may occur when the genetic material in skin cells becomes damaged, often from long-term sun damage or exposure to chemicals. The damage may cause the cells to grow out of control and form a mass of cancer cells. However, you should ask your healthcare provider to examine any misshapen moles or other rapidly changing skin lesions. Your healthcare provider will perform a physical examination and inspect your discolored skin patches.

They will also ask you a series of questions about your skin changes. Be prepared to discuss:. Make sure to notify your healthcare provider about any sunburns and other skin injuries. These factors may play a role in your skin changes. Certain medications can also be a cause of senile purpura. Medications that thin the blood like aspirin and Coumadin and certain vitamins and supplements, use of alcohol, and use of corticosteroids topical, oral, or inhaled can also bring this condition on.

The good news is that this is not a serious or harmful condition but is not easily treated. If medication is the cause the patient can discuss possible changes with their healthcare provider.

Makeup can be used to camouflage the lesions. This weakness makes the blood vessels fragile, which means that even after a minor bump, red blood cells can leak into the deeper layers of the skin, causing the distinctive purpura to appear.

Senile purpura occurs most frequently in older adults, but normal aging is not the only source of this kind of skin damage. People who take certain drugs, such as blood thinners or steroids, on a regular basis may be more likely to experience purpura. Purpuras can also be a side effect of some cancers , including lymphoma and leukemia.

Thrombocytopenia, which is a deficiency in blood platelets, can cause bleeding and bruising in the dermis similar to senile purpura. Senile purpura may also be a sign of collagen loss in the skin and bones.

Doctors may see the loss of collagen in the skin as an indication that the person is experiencing a similar reduction in bone health. The symptoms of senile purpura most commonly occur on the exposed parts of the skin, such as the arms, hands, or top of the head.

Older adults who bleed very easily tend to experience purpura more often. The most noticeable symptoms are the distinct reddish purple spots that appear on the body and keep recurring over an extended period. The bruises caused by senile purpura typically last between 1 and 3 weeks before fading. After the bruise is gone, discoloration may remain at the site for a long time. Doctors can usually diagnose senile purpura based on a visual examination alone. However, they will sometimes use tests to help them make sure the senile purpura is not caused by something more serious.

It is common to receive a complete blood count CBC , as well as any number of more specific tests. The body can usually heal itself from the bruises of senile purpura without any additional help.