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How do you treat Bateman's purpura ?

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  Bateman's purpura : Bateman's purpura is described as a weakening of the blood vessels and connective tissues just below the surface of the skin . Because these structure  and weakened , they tend to break easily when injury occurs , resulting in a release of blood near the surface of the skin . This pooling of blood appears as large red or purplish bloches on the skin . These red or purple discolorations  on the skin do not blanch on applying pressure . They are caused by bleeding underneath the skin . Blood thinners such as coumadin  or aspirin , as well as consumption of alcohol , can make the condition worse . Bateman's purpura is essential a skin disease associated with people  who are older , although it can occur in people from any age group . The bruises heal with a whitish  and irregularly shaped scar called a stellate pseudoscar . Bateman's purpura refers to flat and irregular, purple bruising that appears on a person's skin as they age . Batema...