Spots on the skin can have a few different causes when you have lymphoma. Here are some of the most common ones to be aware of:
Related to lymphoma itself
- Small red or purple spots (called petechiae or purpura) can appear when platelet counts are low — a condition called thrombocytopenia
- Lymphoma rashes or lesions, Show Full Answer
Spots on the skin can have a few different causes when you have lymphoma. Here are some of the most common ones to be aware of:
Related to lymphoma itself:
- Small red or purple spots (called petechiae or purpura) can appear when platelet counts are low — a condition called thrombocytopenia
- Lymphoma rashes or lesions, which can appear as flat patches, thicker scaly plaques, or raised bumps/nodules
- Cutaneous lymphoma (lymphoma affecting the skin) can cause scaly, red, or discolored spots, especially in areas not exposed to the sun
Related to treatment side effects:
- Chemotherapy and radiation can cause widened blood vessels near the skin, appearing as red or dark purple spider-like lines
- Steroid medications can make skin more fragile, leading to easy bruising that shows up as spots It's really important to show any new or changing spots to your doctor or dermatologist as soon as possible — even sending a photo works. What looks like a simple bruise or rash isn't always straightforward, and getting it checked early makes a big difference.
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