What can be done about the petechiae on my legs and face?
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I recently started getting petechiae (red or purple spots on the body that are caused by a hemorrhage or broken capillaries) on my legs. The doctor gave me compression stockings. They have helped my legs, but now I have petechiae on my face. Do you have any suggestions? I am a 34-year-old female.

I have an ulcer on my ankle. Should I use an ACE bandage?
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I have an ulcer on my ankle. The doctor said not to wear compression hose because it could make it worse. Should I use an ACE bandage?

Can aspirin be used to prevent deep vein clots?
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I have a deep vein clot and have taken warfarin for 6 months and I am still on warfarin because I am scared of getting another clot. Can aspirin and fish oil help to prevent new blood clots in the leg veins if I go off warfarin?

Is a doctor visit necessary after a blood clot or abscess has been "drained" at home?
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My husband had what appeared to be an abscess on his upper inner thigh. He squeezed it and a blood clot, along with pus, came out. It also started squirting blood. He feels he does not need to see a doctor. I am concerned due to the clot. Do you think he should consult a doctor?

Knee pain/complex regional pain disorder
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8 yrs ago I fell on my knee, which had recovered from 2 orthoscopic surgeries. I have had abcess-like pain ever since. 3 spinal blocks have failed, and the doctor wants to do a nerve ablation through my knee? I cannot find any info, how successful is this?

I have a numbness and tingling feeling in my foot.
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last year on 6/29/2010 I fractured my ankle.It is may 2011 and I have a bad numbness and tingling feeling in my foot and toes. I didn't get my ankle operated on. What could this be?

What may be causing bruises appearing on my knee, thigh and ankle three weeks post-arthroscopic knee surgery?
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I had arthroscopic knee surgery three weeks ago. Two weeks post-surgery, a large bruise appeared on my knee. Bruises have continued to appear all over my leg from top to bottom. I have no fever. Could this be phlebitis?

Sciatic Nerve flairing up when I run
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I am running the Boston Marathon next week and I am concerned about my sciatic nerve that usually flairs up after mile 17. What can I do to help me with the race?

Wound care advice for leaking fluids...
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I have an infection in my knee and am taking antibotics. It's leaking fluid..what can I do to avoid ruining my clothes and furniture ?

Ablation of the saphenous nerve
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I've had 20 knee surgeries including a total knee replacement. My pain level has never subsided and my Dr. now wants to do an Ablation of the saphenous nerve. Have you heard of this as a way to relieve medial knee joint pain? Thanks, Jeff Jensen

Ulcers and lasers
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What is the best method for treating perforators in an ulcer bed?

Will bruised veins in inner thigh stay this way or will they heal over time?
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I think I bruised my viens by going horseback riding. I want to know if my viens are going to remain looking like what they look now.