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My purple patches have been called "purpuris" by my GP, which I've always assumed to mean "purple patches". They are a pooling of blood below the skin, similar to bruises in appearance but more "purple". If they get knocked or pricked then there can be quite an impressive amount of blood on...

also, if you're away on a golf trip, make sure you tell your mates what might happen so that they are prepared for it - and can help / not faint if anything happens :geek:

Yes, minor cuts are an issue when working/gardening and there's not much to do about it other than always carry some plasters (including big hospital-type ones) when its appropriate to do so, and make sure there are always some within reach. My situation is accentuated by having very thin/dry...

I had a very minor stroke in Feb 83, followed quickly by emergency bowel surgery (completely unconnected). I'm 72 and retired. I'm told by the great people in Reigate Hospital that the stroke was caused by blood clots, which were caused by AF. They discovered the AF - and an accelerated pulse...