Possible options for treatment are plasmapheresis and medications such as corticosteroids such as Celestone, Betamethasone, Cortone and Cortisone, cyclophosphamide and azathioprine . It is often suggested that patients avoid aspirin, since it may lead to increased bleeding. Other connective tissue diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis , may result in a similar condition. More information on systemic lupus erythematosus . In addition to these disorders, factors that may cause bleeding and bruising include infection, corticosteroid therapy, and Cushing's syndrome.
Senile purpura is another condition with bleeding symptoms.
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