I'm really concerned about these red pin prick spots that have appeared under my skin on my legs, and on each leg, there's a big purple and yellow bruise. I also noticed some tiny patches of these pin pricks on my fingers. Plus, I've had a headache on and off for the last two days. Could this be something serious? What should I do?

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Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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5+ Yrs

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The combination of red pinprick spots, purple and yellow bruises, and headaches could indicate a blood disorder, Do CBCptinr aso titre and a 2d echo sos, get these investigations done and get back to me

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