These days, you HAVE to be your own advocate. Now Im getting them on my thighs as well as my upper arm and the bruising is accompanied with pain in that area whether its muscle pain throughout my legs or arms. Lana. unexplained bruising We talk about this more in our comment policy: https://shine365.marshfieldclinic.org/shine365-comment-policy/, We recommend you contact your child's pediatrician or ask about his bruises at his next regular appointment. Here are some of the medication forms that could prompt easy bruising. Achenbach Syndrome (Blue Finger): Causes and Im having the same type of problem with bruising. 1. Me to. Also, tell your provider about any supplements you're taking especially if you're taking them while on a blood-thinning drug. My legs get really hot and feel very heavy accompanied with extreme pain. If u know anything about bruising let me know or else please buzz off. Hi, Noah. Call your doctor. Tell your health care provider or pharmacist if a medication makes you dizzy or sleepy. Now I am left with these massive bruises on only my shins. I am 32 and disabled due to muscle bone and joint deterioration, and am in limbo waiting for double hip replacements because the drs say I'm too young for the procedure due to the inability of the replacement mechanisms to last. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. What Causes Random Bruising?Intense exercise. Intense exercise can leave you with more than just sore muscles. Medication. Certain medications make you more susceptible to bruising. Nutrient deficiency. Vitamins perform many important functions in your blood. Diabetes. Von Willebrand disease. Thrombophilia. Brooke. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide individualized medical advice on this platform. I have the same bruise in the same location. Your doctor has all that information or can obtain it from talking with you personally to give you the best answers to your questions. Do they just thin your blood? I still have a bruise on my wrist where it hit the metal counter it's been a year is that normal to still have the bruise for that long? But a few days ago I woke up and there are bruises around where the incisions are and my hip has started hurting A LOT. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. Is this worry some? I have two small size bruises on the collarbone?? The bruising is preceded by crazy itching. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. He is only 18 months and the doctors are stumped. Yesterday while doing light housework, I had that same sudden pain, only on the side of my knee. Joint Pain And Bruising No one has touched me, zero possible ways I could have done this. Your provider might tell you to avoid certain nonprescription medications or supplements. Hope you figure(d) it out . Do you have any ideas what could be the cause? Hey, might they be cellulite? My girlfriend noticed a bruise the size of a fist on my abdomen. These people want REAL answers, actual HELPFUL things. I'm dying to know if you've figured out what it is. I have a bruise in the middle (the line separating the buttocks)of my buttocks and also a small bruise reddish-like dot on my arm Please what can be the cause? I started sitting only on comfortable chairs with enough cushion or stood up if no other option, and bruising began going away and is now gone. And, if you're concerned with your bruise, it's important you talk to your doctor. It's great you're keeping a photo diary of these instances. I recommend being seen very soon.". I should also mention that a few days agoI noticed a purple and blue mark on my arm and I can't recall bumping into anything. We recommend reaching out to your provider about the bruising. 9, I'm in a big believer that it's something is going on with your body that you are not sure of that seems to be strange go have it checked out. It's important you share these concerns with your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. WebA bruise is a noticeable mark on the skin that generally resolves over time. Oh, for immediate relief, slather on some Sarna or Gold Bond lotion right before hitting the sheets, and that might be all you need. Email me at justinjoe_l at hot mail The bruises were more brownish in color. As always, we do suggest bringing this concern to your provider during your next appointment. I have unexplained bruising on left and right side of stomach? Hi, Emily. I've been at the doctors for my internal pain, but not for the bruise. My rheumy says that its a symptom to my disease which they have categorized as unspecified connective tissue disease but Im starting to think that its something else as this has never happened before. These flat blotches start out red, then turn We recommend reaching out to your provider about the bruises. You can goggle the images and find information about it on at mayoclinic.org. Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Hi today when the family were together for Thanksgiving, my 24 yr. daughter said she keeps getting unexplained bruising. Our team wants to help you and your loved ones reduce the risk and better cope if faced with cancer diagnosis. Unfortunately, we aren't able to provide medical advice on this platform. I went to the doctor almost 2 months ago for severe lower pack pain after a fall and they said it was a back sprang. We recommend contacting your doctor about the bruising you are experiencing. We recommend contacting your doctor as soon as you can. I am a sixty-four year old male in overall good health. As far as I see, ALL this blog is telling people is to see a doc or telling people to be one of your patients, which I hope none took that offer seeing as your clinic doesn't actually care about people, they care about collecting that insurance. They do not want to hear "see your doctor" as that is a given. Easy bruising is common with age. Be Well. Please Guide, We recommend that you contact your provider to discuss symptoms. Have you shared these symptoms and questions with your doctor? I had it on both but the left side went away. Is this something random or should I be concerned? They can help you understand next steps, as they'll be able to ask questions about your medications, medical history and current conditions. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. I had a colonoscopy last week. Hi. please get in touch if you figure things out. I'll contact a couple providers and see if they have any general information to provide you. Last year, I had a very swollen ankle & a blood test suggested it was a DVT but when they scanned my leg at the hospital, there was no DVT (thankfully). I figured it was the lighting or maybe even a fluke but the pain/bruises haven't gone away. I am a 52 year old female. What could this be ? I moved the table over 6 to the left & the bruises finally all healed. Some people especially women are more prone to bruising than others. Hi i am having unusal bruishing ..im on no medication.. I didn't pay much attention to it, as I do have Raynaud's. Im not sure how to post a picture. I could just look it up but hearing it from an a second actual doctor gives me a second opinion and that will set my mind at ease. I ended up on this website because I woke up this morning with bruising on my abdomen. the unsubscribe link in the e-mail. Everything I have read as responses are things I, as a 19 year old with no medical school, could have told these people. Thank you. If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can privately message your care team using My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. bruising My other half has bruises under her armpits and is sore and bruised at the side of her rib. To find the cause of your bruising, your health care provider will likely do a physical exam and ask questions about your symptoms and medical history. Well provide you with screening guidance, trustworthy and researched treatment information, healthy lifestyle advice and the latest approaches to cancer diagnosis and support. Your doctor is most familiar with you and the best person to answer this question. He finally stopped using a wheelchair 3 months ago and walking unaided 2 months ago now although has a long road ahead of him. It extends downward through the inside of my leg & is much smaller & lighter in color on the inner side of my leg, about halfway to the knee. Im concerned because one first randomly appeared on the back of my thigh about 2 days ago, and this morning I woke up with another. What could be the reason? We cannot give medical advice specific to you on our blog. I have multiple bruises on my legs and inner thighs, breast, arms and stomach with no explanation. They can best advise you due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions. I've searched everywhere online, and can find nothing that seems to be representing the issue I have. These include aspirin; ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin IB, others); naproxen sodium (Aleve); anticoagulant medications, such as warfarin (Jantoven), dabigatran (Pradaxa), rivaroxaban (Xarelto), apixaban (Eliquis) and heparin; and anti-platelet agents, such as clopidogrel (Plavix), prasugrel (Effient) and ticagrelor (Brilinta). If you are searching for a primary care provider, we suggest you start here: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/doctors/. Multiple bruises at different stages of healing. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. Hi! So I had an arthroscopic surgery on my hip 9 months ago to fix a labral tear. How do I get rid of it? Lauren, did your daughter ever figure out what the bruising was caused by? Thank you in advance! Hand or arm becomes cold, blue, numb, or tingly. Some medications and supplements associated with bruising include: Bring a list of your medications and how long youve been taking them if you plan to see a doctor about bruising. I am a Type 1.5 diabetic (later onset, insulin dependent). Hi I'm 14 and I have this unexplained bruise going in a line down my left side stomach, there are no bug bites not have I done anything to bruise it, it just appeared, and hurts. But after blacking out 2 times and finding myself in an emergency room I quit for about a year and then switched to the large cans of beers. It's been there about a year already and it doesn't hurt at all. Thankfully I have solar nails on so Im not cutting thru my skin, but that has happened also. Is this natural? Im not a doctor, but i had exactly what you are describing..and i went into my cardio thinking it was my chf, or neuropathy, and it was P.A.D. We cannot give individualized medical advice on our blog. But a couple days ago, I woke up and had like 4 big bruises and 1 small one on my arm the arm one feels normal but the ones on my legs feel like balls), they have decrease a bit, but now Today Ive noticed 2 more little balls on my legs, I have bruises all up and down my legs and arms that look like someone took there finger tips and poked me all over and they keep popping up and I don't know where they are coming from any suggestions. He/she can best answer your question. If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can do that quickly and securely without an appointment through My Marshfield Clinic messaging: https://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Around my belly button and sides. Hi, I have a large ugly black bruise on the inside of my lower thigh. If you are already a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can ask your provider these questions through secure messaging on My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Thanks in advance!! Its not painful, not even if I press on it, but it wont go away. Have you showed your doctor? This may be concerning for a possible underlying bleeding disorder and should be reported. Today (Tuesday) the bruise is awful colored of dark blue and purple. Have you found out anything? Could you either tell me potential causes for this or point me in the right direction for finding these answers? Gurnee EA, et al. There are red scratches by the bruise as well. When certain Hi I am a 65 years old and an alcoholic. I noticed the bruising got worse the more I sat on hard chairs (not even that hard, chairs with firm really flat cushioning bothered me too) and continued the longer I didn't stay away from sitting on hard surfaces. We strongly recommend reaching out to your doctor about the bruising you are experiencing as soon as possible. And it gets me worried because it's getting little bigger since i got this and so hard to walk easily. I woke up this morning with random bruises on my belly. I am experiencing unexplained bruises everyday on my legs. Im not crazy I sware haha. You can do this at any regular appointment. About an hour or two later another one just above it. I have the same problem. Have you asked your primary care provider these questions? People obviously came to this site thinking they'd get real answers and you just tell them to see their doctor like they haven't thought of that??? Blood thinners I have a purple bruise at my left waistline above my hip. I have a dark bruise like patch of skin about 7 wide and 8 long kind of like a patch. I'm not finding exactly what this could be signs of. Me too! When questions arent related to individual treatment or diagnosis, were happy to provide more information. I noticed my foot beginning to bruise again in the same areas today. We can't provide individualized medical advice on our blog. If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you or your parent/guardian can message your doctor on My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. My mum has T Cell Large Granular Lymphocytic Leukemia & my mums sister died of leukemia at a young age. I am taking anti depressants but this is not listed as a symptom. Were you able to find out regarding the bruises.. Kyle, this used to happen to me and it lasted for some years. No idea how they got there. What is is about fish oil or vitamin E that can cause this? Cant hurt ;> good luck. We appreciate you reaching out to us. Bruises look like big purple spots with clear edges, and youre younger than 65. This gives your doctor the visualization he/she needs to better understand what's going on and answer your questions. I'm a cancer & lupus patient & see a Rhematolologist (who specializes in blood & blood disorders). It is a continuous itch that never goes away and the bruises range in size from small to med sized. Have you shared this concern with your parents and doctor? He also suffers from really bad head-aches. Hi! Hi i have same just wondering if u found out ehat it is. I am having bruises in my thigh almost every day with a maximum of 3 each day for almost a week, today I do a Complete Blood Count. This is a great question for your care team or a nurse line. I had these strange long, thin, line-like bruises across my upper thighs. I didnt hit anything there. Left a large bruise on the top of my foot.purple looking. Leukemia rash: Pictures They would be able to best advise you due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions. This leg is normally swollen with edema, worse than the right, I am hypothyroid, on meds for that and morphine. -Kirstie. Tonight it was a painful bruise on a toe. hello my name is kaeleigh and i am 16 yrs old i have this big lump on my lower left back and i have been filling very week and just don't fill my normal self anymore i need some advice i really don't like doctors they scare me !! My suggestion would be to call your primary care provider and address your questions with him or her. I've never had a bruise that went through me before & don't bruise easily. Some medications and supplements associated with bruising include: NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen) Thank you for contacting us. By late evening it is a large bruise. I'm 31 why would I bruise for no reason? Mayo Clinic Minute: Why vaccines are especially important for older people. I have 15 bruises on my legs including on my arms. Elsevier; 2018. https://www.clinicalkey.com. I am wondering if you may know why the whole of my left leg and foot, from hip to toes, is reddened and bruised and painful? My concern now is two-fold: #1: Is there a cause to be worried about a blood clot forming? -Kirstie. Hi, Laura. These could be signs of internal bleeding or other serious conditions which should prompt an immediate visit to your loved ones doctor. There is a bruise and the knee is now popping with every step. Steroids (Prednisone, Hydrocortisone, Dexamethasone) Painkillers Im having a lot of nausea and loss of appetite, fatigue, protein, blood, and ketones in my urine, and I fight pericarditis and fluid around my heart daily. I'm very lean, so stuff hurts my bones easily. Any ideas? Should i worry about it? i'm confused too. At a checkup the doctor noticed my bruises and being mandatory reporters had to do testing. We talk about this more in our comment policy: "Content produced on this website by Marshfield Clinic is only for educational purposes and should not be used for treatment or diagnosis of any medical conditions." They tend to appear so far just above the knees on each leg. Hi Jason,,, Hi, Im an 18 year old girl and Ive got a scar on my foot from my childhood but there is purple bruising round the scar, it doesnt hurt but it has been like this for years is this normal? Hi, Elizabeth. This is why it is important to bring these concerns forward to a primary care provider. 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I am a 31yo female that has bruises on my lower back. Thanks. I believe Im slightly anemic from what I remember. We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. Huge bruises 6-7inches long all over upper thighs etc. They can best advise you due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions. I don't have 2 touch it just comes and goes . I have unexplained bruises on my head and have been having them for years now. I have a unexplained purple bruise on the back of my thigh right around the knee area and it is painless. WebScore: 4.2/5 (59 votes) . Skin Bruising Is this normal? All rights reserved. -https://shine365.marshfieldclinic.org/shine365-comment-policy/. Anyway, I get this too in my thighs and it feels just like you say. I have always bruised easy. They are best able to answer your questions according to your medical history and current conditions. -Kirstie, Hi Ive been getting small purple bruises when I definitely havent banged against anything. It is about as big as a 2 coin and it is dark almost black now. My doctors are going to do surgery and gave me Iron pills, but I am really scared because today I found I bruise on my leg. Thanks for commenting. To make it worse, blood vessels become fragile too. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can contact your provider through messaging via My Marshfield Clinic: marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911. I had 5 bruises on my left mid back. WebPurpura (or blood spots) on your skin can be a sign of a more serious condition. Unfortunately, we aren't able to provide medical advice on this platform. I think I have the exact same problem. Hey they have to get those numbers up to make the blog pay off.. They started a little bit after the beginning of my soccer season, but that might just be a coincidence. We are so sorry to hear about the health issues your mother is having and that previous specialists have been unable to tell her what it is. But it wasnt preceded by any pain or itching like when I get in my size or my fingers or toes. I've reached out to our providers to ask how periods and bruising may be related. There's no pain, it didn't bleed and it is not swollen. You don't recall bumping into anything, but lately you seem to be bruising frequently. Aided me a lot, just what I was searching for : D. Hi, could you help me with this ? My son is 13 years old and last July had major trauma to his leg after being by a motorbike. A blood clot is a clump of blood that has formed in deeper tissue or within a blood vessel and is rarely visible. Hi, Rabia. Common Causes of Unexplained Bruising | Buoy Thank you for the question, Casey. Your doctor is most aware of your medical history and can best advise you. I havent had any changes in my medications or anything? I have an oval shaped bruise in the center of my back (no trauma) and a bunch of red spots above it. Easy bruising: Why does it happen? - Mayo Clinic We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. information and will only use or disclose that information as set forth in our notice of Could this bruise come from lack of nutrients? Unfortunately, we cannot provide medical advice on this forum and do not know enough about your previous medical history or condition. -Kirstie, I'm almost 60 and for the past few years I get be using for no reason on my thighs my arms and now on my hand so I had my blood checked said it was ok my white cell count was only a few numbers off other than that I'm ok normal weight, I have a scab I don't know what from if has grown in a couple of days the scab is hard to push down then has my regular skin coler then turns into a dark red turning as it goes down into purple then goes away the whole thing is about the length of my index fingure im 22 year old male, my scab is yellow am scared has been growing layer flaked am now unable to ride bycycle 33 yr old female. It has been here for a while. . Bruises may be sore or painful to the touch as they heal. Thanks x Bruises I don't think it's a bug bite because it's been growing so much since then as well. Elsevier; 2020. https://www.clinicalkey.com. Examples of trauma are a cut or a blow to an area of the body. The tops of my thighs are itchy and bruised.
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