Unexplained Bruising: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention 2017; 10.1016/j.jaad.2016.11.009. Hope you figure(d) it out . Hi, Chris. Currently in touch with a doc they think blood disorder. I had a bruise pop up out of nowhere on my right side of my lower stomach and it hurts like crazy. I don't have a doctor. I have been diagnosed with Anemia in the past. I have had 2 lumps that are darkly bruised n my groin area since lockdown so roughly 13 weeks still the same should I be concerned ???? Due to the self-limiting nature of Achenbach syndrome, there is no set treatment for it. When questions arent related to individual treatment or diagnosis, were happy to provide more information. Im experiencing bruising on both groins and legs. These spots, called purpura, are common in older adults but may be a sign of inflamed blood vessels in younger people. I have for about 2 months or more now had pain in my right from swelling around my inner ankle and strange little white bumps that sometimes itch along with sever bruising (not from an injury on the top of my foot. What could make that happen ? When I was a teen I bruised real easy. Hi, Mary. I'm dying to know if you've figured out what it is. Thank you for reaching out. Seniors experience physical changes as they age. If you go to youtube you can make something called Liposomal Vitamin C. This mixture gets the vitamin C into the small intestine where you can absorb it if you are having a problem like the Lipospheric C does. What is the point of this site if you obviously cant properly advise beyond go see your doctor? However, I'm already hot all the time, so this makes me even more uncomfortable, so I only wear the thick baggy clothes when I leave the house, like to doctors appointments where I know I'll have to sit in a waiting room. Could this be serious for her? If this happens frequently, it should be evaluated by a medical professional.". We strongly recommend that you call your doctor as soon as possible or if this is a medical emergency, you call 911. Should i be concerned? At any time you are worried about symptoms, we recommend you visit your doctor who knows your medical history and current conditions. Skin Bruising WebInjuries or strenuous physical activities. Click here for an email preview. Every day youll find helpful ideas and advice on a wide variety of health topics to help you and your family live well. My thought as well look like somebody has kicked the crap out of me. There are two knots in the middle where it cleared. Together, you and your doctor can determine whether your symptoms are concerning. Whenever I reached in a drawer and grabbed something I'd lightly hit the top portions of my hands and arms and then all of a sudden, without feeling like anything hit me I'd notice a purple spot or bright red spot underneath my skin. Thank you for reading Shine365. Any ideas? I hear cracks all the time and feel them in my back. As always, we do suggest bringing these concerns to your provider during your next appointment. Have you found out anything? And, if you're concerned with your bruise, it's important you talk to your doctor. Hi, Andrea. We are unable to provide medical advice on this platform. Left a large bruise on the top of my foot.purple looking. It hurts to sit down on a hard surface (toilet seat), to get in and out of a vehicle because of the weight distribution. "Unexplained bruising usually appears on the arms and lower legs. This comment section should be disabled. Unfortunately it's difficult for us to know why your bruises might have developed without knowing your current medications, medical history or conditions, and we cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. I had a 4 wheeler wreck in 2013 and still have a hematoma to this day. I do not remember bumping into anything, it just appeared. Hi, Giselle. WebUnexplained skin marks, including tiny red or purple dots (petechiae), red or purple patches (purpura), bruises (ecchymoses), or small blood vessels that are widened and therefore visible in the skin or mucous membranes (telangiectasias) Skin Symptoms That Suggest a Bleeding Disorder Telangiectasias on the Hand DR P. MARAZZI/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY As mentioned in the article, prescription and over-the-counter medications and nutrition supplements can make you bruise more easily. The tops of my thighs are itchy and bruised. Tell your health care provider or pharmacist if a medication makes you dizzy or sleepy. I'll reach out to some of our providers and see if they have any thoughts. Has anyone experienced this? It was extremely painful for the first two days and looked worse each day. He/she can best answer your question. They can ask you questions about your conditions, medications and medical history, which helps them give you the most accurate help and guidance. Im not crazy I sware haha. 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 don't know enough about your medical history, current conditions or medications to thoroughly answer your questions. I hope I have been of help to all of you. Hi Dottie, It's best to call a nurse line or your doctor. Common Causes of Unexplained Bruising | Buoy We wish you the best and hope you find answers tomorrow. Accessed March 14, 2022. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider. Now that Im still getting the small purple bruises, I wondered if it could all indicate something going on with my blood and these symptoms could all be related. It caused me cancer, hypertension, a clot, & stroke. Why even have people all questions? This gives your doctor the visualization he/she needs to better understand what's going on and answer your questions. I am 13 years old. If you're experiencing easy bruising, you might have questions about what's causing it and what you can do about it. Unexplained bruising Swelling in the abdomen Spider-like red spots on your skin Enlarged breasts Fatigue Confusion Yellowing of skin and eyes Vomiting blood Dark Hi, Elzbet. These characteristically blue bruises appear for no known reason, such as trauma to the finger. What causes bruising in my back, it's been there for months and went to the doctor to check my blood and everythings normal. In general and as mentioned in the story "Unexplained bruising usually appears on the arms and lower legs. The bruise is about the size of my hand. I have them as well. What would cause bruising along the spinal cord on the back. I'll contact a couple providers and see if they have any general information to provide you. Hi, Bailey. bruising This means even a small bump causes the skin to bleed from underneath. My drs have not been concerned because I have Ehlers Danlos. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Im in my late 50s. I just noticed the very same thing on my right thigh. They pop up overnight and go away in a couple days. Thank you for reaching out. Please Advise! Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. What could have caused it? hi im 15 and ive been getting small purple/brown bruises for about 3 weeks now, but yesterday im not sure why but i looked in the mirror and the back of my knee is completely bruised with purple/red/green/yellow/ and brown. WebBruises form when small blood vessels under the skin tear or rupture, most often from a bump or fall. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can contact your provider through messaging via My Marshfield Clinic: https://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. I wanted to know if I should be concerned and seek medical help. This is partly because we want to protect your privacy. Oh, just noticed his was from July 2019. the unsubscribe link in the e-mail. It sometimes takes a couple of days for the blood to rise close to the surface of the skin, which may not even make you know what caused the bruises. I will see my Dermatologist tomorrow. My neurologist is one of only like 3 in my county and is booked out months in advance so I'd hate to waste his or my time if this is an issue he cant help. I noticed a bruise-ish brown spot in the bridge of my nose near the eyes. Hi today when the family were together for Thanksgiving, my 24 yr. daughter said she keeps getting unexplained bruising. I figured it was the lighting or maybe even a fluke but the pain/bruises haven't gone away. Thank you. Like most teens I was very active and didn't take care of myself the best. Thank you for reading Shine365. Under the 'Six reasons to see a doctor about unexplained bruising' section of the blog post Bruises in unusual places, such as upper thighs is one of the reasons mentioned. I have a bruise on the tip of my nose, noticed it Went for blood test regards these bruising. Hi Jake Z It is not "dramatic" to be concerned about your health At any time you are worried, it's important to contact a nurse line or your doctor/care team and explain your concerns. Since they know your medical history, they can best advise you. I didnt hit anything there. Not sore, no injuryis this something I should be worried about? It may be nothing but today my friend came into work and showed me two giant nearly identical looking purple bruises on the back of her calves/knees. I notice bruising on the back of my right thigh going to the middle of my thigh. Possibly gout. It started out very light in color about 2 weeks ago, and now it is a dark blue. Barb, Hi ABI, Chiropractic will x-ray and gently adjust your body and massage would help get blood flow back to that area. Some bruises last for more than a week and I don't remember anything I did to get bruises. I am taking anti depressants but this is not listed as a symptom. We strongly recommend seeing a doctor regarding the symptoms you are experiencing. They are blue and a bit yellow. This bruise occurred in 2019. Due to that and the length you have had the bruises, we strongly recommend reaching out to your provider about the bruising. Im 18 years old and I am experiencing severe bruising covering my legs, hips, and sometimes my stomach. What could this be? Hi! The condition seems to occur more often in middle-aged women than in any other age group. Hi Candida is very serious and can grow to magnitude proportions in the body when it reaches a certain levelso avoid all yeasts and molds in fermented foods. Just waiting to be seen by a hematologist. Thank you in advance! Hi, Brooke. Hi Your care team can look at your medical records and help you understand whether an appointment is necessary. Just wondering. If you're waiting to see your doctor, you can try online resources like WebMD: https://symptoms.webmd.com/default.htm, Hi i am 26 and i keep getting bruises all over my legs including my upper thighs. https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/muscle-contusion-bruise. He explained that it was most common with women bruising for no reason. Should I be worried and visit the doctor for a check up? -Kirstie. However, there could be underlying reasons too. She suggests bringing this to the attention of your primary care provider who knows your current medication use, medication history and conditions. It's important they're aware of the medications you're taking and any symptoms you're experiencing. They can ask you questions about your conditions, medications and medical history, which helps them give you the most accurate answer and guidance. Mayo Clinic Minute: Why vaccines are especially important for older people. I had these strange long, thin, line-like bruises across my upper thighs. Thank you. I'm assuming you have medical school background so how about you be helpful and give educated guesses at what might be wrong w the people coming to this blog asking for help. I've been doing squat exercises every day but that's the only thing I've been doing. I have 2 brusies on my legs after my days of running my hip started hurting and after I got two bruises I'm only 14 and I don't why I that happened. I had a bad dream and when I woke up from that dream my chest was burning like it got scratched. Bruising occasionally indicates a more serious medical condition. They were itchy before a bruise appeared. We recommend reaching out to your provider regarding your husband's bruise. We don't want to compromise patient privacy. There is mention that these can be common on the neck area. Thank you! They take quite a while to fade and seem to leave the skin different than before. I did give my husband a kidney last year. These days, you HAVE to be your own advocate. Unexplained bruise My dermatologist recommended Skin lightening serum of dermalmd after a recent visit to the office. However, we strongly recommend discussing these bruises with your doctor directly. It gets worse with some things, like too many walnuts, Vitamin E or D. Hope that helps. The bruise is multicolored, with purple, blue, green, gray and yellow areas as if its trying to heal but somehow the bleeding that causes it keeps happening. Also sole of the foot and heel affected. It has been here for a while. Your daughter's care team knows her best. I broke my right leg April 2017 and for years ihave had unexplained itching on my entire body but as gor the last 1.5 years I've been getn unknown bruises the sometimes are just hard lumps under my skin on my arms n lower legs and sometimes will bruise sometimes will staybnormal color just a hard lump. Should I be concerned? -Kirstie. Hi allison did you talk to a dr. Due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions, they can best advise you. Me too! I dont really know what to do cause they are on both of my forearms, and like round. Sometimes Ill wake up and notice these CRAZYYYYYY big bruises and Im aware its from scratching bc in some occasions you can see where my finger nails were steady digging in. Also, take one teaspoon of coconut oil dailyonly unrefined and cold pressed (do not buy anything else because it will contain chemicals and do not buy MCT oil because the lauric acid has been removed). No pain or discomfort. My legs get really hot and feel very heavy accompanied with extreme pain. Should i worry about it? Should I be concerned. He/she can best advise you. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. I am a 31yo female that has bruises on my lower back. Is this worry some? A bruise, or contusion, appears on the skin due to trauma. I was just curious I have been getting these red hickey like bruises on my right breast. I havent had any changes in my medications or anything? We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. Bruise: When -Kirstie, 10 bruises on me and know for a fact i didnt hit anything. So, maybe pay attention if your mattress or chairs are too firm? You notice a lot more bruises than normal or bruises in unusual places (back, abdomen and upper thighs). We strongly encourage you to see your doctor when you are concerned about an injury or bruise. As people get older, the skin becomes thinner and loses some of the protective fatty layer that helps cushion blood vessels from injury. Your doctor knows your medical history and current conditions best. Autoimmune disorders such as RA and lupus can lead to a low platelet count, which can cause bruising for no apparent reason and bleeding from the gums, says Daniel Clauw, MD, director of the Chronic Pain and Fatigue Research Center at the University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor. I would associate this with an event where the area is damaged repeatedly ie: frequent or repetitive employment duties, athletes who use equipment, or if the tissue is friable and not able to fully heal due to poor wound healing or some medication use (such as aspirin or blood thinner use or steroids that can thin the skin). WebSome people have sudden unexplained bruising or blood spots under the skin, or they may suddenly get bruises more often. i didnt think much of it until recently i woke up with significantly larger ones on my legs. Unfortunately, we cannot provide medical advice on this platform. My legs have been getting more and more bruises lately and on top of that Ive been getting itchy everywhere!!! With that information, your doctor can help you understand if your bruises are concerning. As mentioned in the story, bruising easily usually isnt a serious problem, but Strey recommends calling your health care provider if any of these descriptions apply to your bruises. It's great you're keeping a photo diary of these instances. Hi, i'm currently pregnant and got blood work done 8 days ago once the lady placed the needle in my arm she said it wasn't releasing blood she missed the vein and instead of pulling it out to try again she started to wiggle the needle left to right and finally said okay i found the vein but it is coming really slow its gonna take awhile after leaving i got a huge bruise on the top of my arm where she placed the needle it's at least 2 inches long and hasn't gotten better; it started off not that dark and as days go on its like dark purple almost as if blood in under my arm leaking and its black and green. Its the second time it happens. At a checkup the doctor noticed my bruises and being mandatory reporters had to do testing. I recommend being seen very soon.". She's sick of getting g these random unsightly bruises and I'm still concerned. So also allergic reactions to certain medicines could be the cause of easy bruising. i'm 28 and just realized the same thing happen out of nowhere (two weird bruises.) My 15 year old daughter has been getting unexplained bruises on her stems, legs, and torso for 2 months. If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can message your doctor on My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, I badly bruised my two middle fingers on both hand when fell. If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can message your doctor on My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, did you ever find out what it was i have one same place just worried. Medications can also cause itching like you experienced. If it is a skin yeast "infection" you could try taking Acidophilus caplets, the yeast do not like it. She has no idea how they got there. Hey, Im 12 years old and have been getting some bruises for no reason.. Im a huge hypochondriac and Im having anxiety attacks Im scared.. what could this be they are not very small and blackish purple the smallest one I have is a little bigger than a pencil eraser Im really scared.. what could this be. I don't know if this is a bruise or something, but it's just like a bump skin when you get bump your head into something. If you can see a doctor, you'll get the most accurate guidance there. -Kirstie, My 5 year old grandson got up this morning he has a straight line of bruises from his knee down to his foot , my daughter taking him to doctors this afternoon , what could it be , its a perfect straight line off about 10 bruises. Small, pinhead-sized red spots on the skin (called petechiae) may be a sign of leukaemia. I don't remember it taking this long to heal the last time I did that. 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. What else could it be. I have been told I have amazing patience, but I'm thinking you have me beat! I have a bruise on my entire spine. I do have fair skin. Most commonly, easy or excessive bruising occurs because the skin and blood vessels are fragile. She bit my arm the other day and it immediately swelled and bruised. Thank you for contacting us. Until then, you might explore our site or sites like WebMD: It must be very frustrating for some people who do not have insurance or a primary care provider to keep hearing, 'Go see your doctor,' but truthfully, these skin areas need to be visualized and a full health history needs to be taken. Fainting during urination (micturition syncope): What causes it? Heres what he had to say: Bruising can be caused by any number of minor traumas. Marshfield Clinic patients can contact their provider via My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Someone please help!! Bruising occurs along with other bleeding. It doesn't hurt but it will not go away either. I am 55 yr old female, I woke up 2 wks ago with a huge bruise on my forearm. What I found out is that when we get older we do not assimilate our vitamins like we did when we were younger. 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. I hope people get the picture that you are not able to give out medical advise soon! We cannot provide individualized medical advice on our blog. WebBruising on the back of the hand in the absence of a cause is considered pathological and may be related to vitamin deficiency and brittle blood vessels. Bruising occurs along with other bleeding, swelling, extreme pain, especially if taking a blood thinner. Hi I was wondering if you think I should be concerned. I've been having alot of unexplainable bruising as well We cannot give individualized medical advice on our blog. Im not aware of family members suffering with bleeding problems, but like my self my mum also bruises easily and she also has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia (I havent) . We recommend reaching out to your provider about the bruises. I just want to know what do the result imply. Achenbach Syndrome (Blue Finger): Causes and We noted in the article that: 'Bruises on your back, abdomen and upper thighs may be concerning because most people dont frequently bump those body parts. Its not painful, not even if I press on it, but it wont go away. For non-emergency health questions, please consult with your doctor or health care provider." I'm sorry to hear about your recurring bruise. I combine this with my spf and I am happy. Hello I have bruises all on my lower back and it hurts but I never hit it or did anything. The bruise may be a hematoma that could continue to bleed if you take blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. should i stop taking ibuprofen as much as i do? I have not fallen on it or have had any injuries that could lead to this bruise. Just the fact that it has stayed in the same exact spot with exact parameters for such a stretch of time seems strange. A few times I have experienced sudden pain in my hand and then bruising. There is no reason for them to be there as I didnt hurt myself. This is why it is important to bring these concerns forward to a primary care provider. If u know anything about bruising let me know or else please buzz off. Hi, Bailey. Could you either tell me potential causes for this or point me in the right direction for finding these answers? Thats EXACTLY what I was thinking! A bruise (also called ecchymosis) can bother us for days, either because theyre painful or we dont know how they got there. Additionally, our blog is meant to be educational, rather than to diagnose or treat. If you have any concerns about the bruising that you are experiencing, we strongly recommend discussing them with your doctor. Easy bruising sometimes indicates a serious underlying condition, such as a blood-clotting problem or a blood disease. Leukemia rash: Pictures It came on with food poisoning about five days ago. I didn't bang it, give birth, had an injury or anything even close to that. They can best advise you due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions. If this is not a medical emergency, we suggest sharing the information with your doctor. Multiple bruises at different stages of healing. Generally speaking, if your bruises show any of the following signs, we suggest you see your doctor: 5. We strongly recommend contacting your doctor who knows your medical history. I am not sexually active and except for the appearance, I would have never known I have this bruise? Underside of arm and forearm and back of my hip. We strongly recommend talking to your doctor about the bruising you are experiencing. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. I'm clumsy so I didn't think much of it until recently - last month and then again this month I've woken up with a pattern of weird light purple bruises all over my right thigh and random rash/bruise on my crotch and hip. I am hoping for your keen consideration and thank you. Antidepressants You expect them to diagnose/advise you based on a few words in the reply section? But the bruise on my stomach not sure why or how it got there.
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