Posts Categorized: Purpura

Senile Purpura: Bruising In The Elderly…

The terminology “Senile Purpura” is a bit offensive to some but it is maintained by tradition.  Patient’s that have it are not necessarily senile.  It is very, very common.  Essentially it is bruising in the elderly. Purpura in the elderly is caused by many factors, but the major issues that promote this are:  Sun damage… Read more »