No I guess iI should start I have an appointment in July
June 9
That's interesting. Have you consulted your rheumatologist? Are you keeping a journal of the occurrences?
June 9
Flat red or purple spots are actually a really common experience for people with lupus, and the cause can vary. There are a few possible culprits worth knowing about. Here are the most likely causes:
- Lupus itself can cause tiny red or purple spots when small blood vessels under the skin break and leak. These can range from Show Full Answer
Flat red or purple spots are actually a really common experience for people with lupus, and the cause can vary. There are a few possible culprits worth knowing about. Here are the most likely causes:
- Lupus itself can cause tiny red or purple spots when small blood vessels under the skin break and leak. These can range from pinpoint dots to larger flat patches
- Raynaud's phenomenon, which is common in lupus, affects blood circulation and can cause skin to turn red, purple, blue, or white
- Livedo reticularis is a lacy, netlike purplish pattern under the skin linked to Raynaud's, and tends to worsen in cold temperatures
- Hydroxychloroquine can sometimes cause bluish or gray skin discoloration, though this is less common Since the cause really does matter for treatment, it's worth mentioning these spots to a doctor or rheumatologist. They may want to run some tests to pinpoint exactly what's going on and recommend the best way to manage it.
June 8
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