Kaposi’s sarcoma
Symptoms
The tumors appear as bluish-red or purple lesions on the skin. They may first appear on the feet or ankles, thighs, arms, hands, face, or any other part of the body.
Other symptoms may include:
- Bleeding from gastrointestinal lesions
- Shortness of breath from lesions in the lung
- Bloody sputum from lesions in the lung
Exams and Tests
The following tests may be performed to diagnose Kaposi's sarcoma:
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