Hi did you find out what caused the bruise? Hi, Andy. We strongly recommend talking to your doctor as soon as you can about the bruising that you are experiencing. Are you doing everything you can to stay healthy? The bruise may be a hematoma that could continue to bleed if you take blood thinners or have a bleeding disorder. If your answer to everyone is going to be to see their doctor then this entire site is a waste of existing lol. Why havent other people catching a clue as to what the response is going to be, rather than continuing to post their most personal medical issues right here?.. Thanks Jake, I have one on my forearm too. My girlfriend noticed a bruise the size of a fist on my abdomen. i'm wondering why i've got a random bruise on my left arm, in between the inner wrist and elbow. Could you either tell me potential causes for this or point me in the right direction for finding these answers? I am 13 years old. If you follow this regime, the unexplained bruising will stop. This content does not have an Arabic version. What causes unexplained bruising on hands? They know your medical history and current conditions better than we can. Hi, Noah. Anti depressants are a cause of bruising, but thats an very unusual place. Have you showed your doctor? I have multiple bruises on my legs and inner thighs, breast, arms and stomach with no explanation. You may opt-out of email communications at any time by clicking on There is, and never has been any pain. We can't provide individualized medical advice on our blog. WebDr. 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). There is a bruise and the knee is now popping with every step. Do you think they're related? When I had a shower tonight, never noticed it in this morning . If you think a bruise is trauma-related, using an ice pack and elevating the affected area can help to decrease swelling in the first 24 hours, Jahn said. please get in touch if you figure things out. Someone I know had this happen and they had ITP, a life-threatening blood disorder. Blood thinners Due to the location of your bruising and because you are unaware what caused it, we strongly recommend discussing it with your provider. I'm always slightly anemic, I'm a bit overweight, and I have trigeminal neuralgia. Much appreciated. Certain medications may contribute to easy bruising by decreasing the blood's ability to clot. Hi, Kel. I'm only 36 I'm in great health no problems at all. I'm a 34 yr old female. The comment section is a place to engage in conversation with fellow readers. 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. Bruising easily usually isnt a serious problem, but Jahn recommends calling your health care provider if any of these descriptions apply to your bruises. No pain or discomfort. It's important you share these concerns with your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. I have not gone to a Dr. yet. WebWhat does Leukaemia bruising look like? Im concerned about the headaches Im having that are followed by bruises. 6. Another thought is the possibility of a candida (yeast) overgrowth, the same thing that causes a vaginal infection, but the vaginal is more local. Hi, 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. Lana. The bruise is still there and the lump, Hi, Raj. Lots of different size bruising round the front of my stomach then smaller ones going up each of my side's not sore not banged myself and only noticed them 2 943 months ago. WebI have been getting random unexplained bruises on my legs/thighs for the last year or so. -Kirstie, Hi Mady, Im experiencing the exact same thing at the moment. I do not have any other systems that would be described with it I do not take any medication. Your doctor is most aware of your medical history and can best advise you. It may be leukemia. A bruise often forms while the outer layer of skin is still intact and it changes the color of the visible layers of skin. Hi, Mary. Thanks a bunch for sharing this with all people you actually understand what you're talking about! We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. 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. I have the big bruise on the back of my calf on the right side. So I got a shot from the doctor the outside of my biciep and now have a bruise on the lower inside of my biciep. Call your doctor. If this is not a medical emergency, we suggest sharing the information with your doctor. They can advise you since they are most aware of your medical history and past conditions. He/she can best advise you. I don't want to bring cushions everywhere. Thank you. Previously it took weeks to recover but still clueless of the underlying reason behind it. Freakin out about it. This is partly because we want to protect your privacy. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can privately message your provider and ask about your back bruising via My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Should I be worried and visit the doctor for a check up? I notice a black and blue bruise around my knee out of nowhere I have lupus and a f factor v that cause blood clots should i see my doctor. What would cause bruising along the spinal cord on the back. Hi, Sierra. 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. Sometimes only a slight bump results in a nasty bruise. Hi, Abi. ??thanks. I am hoping for your keen consideration and thank you. He suffered 3 open compound fractures to the tibia and fibula which were communicated and segmented. I dont really know what to do cause they are on both of my forearms, and like round. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can message your care team about your bruise through My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Additionally, our blog is meant to be educational, rather than to diagnose or treat. My brother is 18 and he developed a bruise on his face (cheekbone). This is why it is important to bring these concerns forward to a primary care provider. WebThere are several medication forms which can cause bruises on arms and other body parts by thinning the blood down. They can best advise you due to their knowledge of your past medical conditions. Paper-thin skin often leads to bruising on the hands and forearms. I'll reach out to some of our providers and see if they have any thoughts. I suffer chronic fatigue & brain fog, no other illnesses not on any medication, Im 26 and have a 7 year old, I walk a lot for work as a domiciliary Care worker as I dont drive so live quite a healthy life style Im just lost as to what causing it? i'm 28 and just realized the same thing happen out of nowhere (two weird bruises.) Thank you for reading Shine365. I have Arnold Chiari Malformation, positive hemocromotos yet iron levels are very low and vit d sometimes is low according ro my oncologist/neurologist, I also have endometriosis and very heavy periods. Hi Georgia We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. ", Hi I injured my self about 5 months ago playing football on my shin. -Allyster abaddoncostello@gmail.com, I have been hurting in my belly for a long time and I have purple black spots coming up on my belly what could cause that. I have a regular bruise on my elbow, and bruise on the back of my knee right on my muscle, a bruise on my right hand, and a bruise on the inside of my arm opposite from my elbow that looks like tiny pink purple smudged dots. Hi I have a bruse 4 inch above the knee it's raise some times only come up in the same place .gets sore . A bruise on my thigh and also a bruise under my left breast. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can ask your provider about your bruise through secure messaging on My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, Additionally, you might check out sites like WebMD for more insight: https://symptoms.webmd.com/default.htm. It became more worrisome over the 3 days that it continued to persist. But my question is I am experiencing bruising sensation in the epidermis in both legs from my hips to my knees with no bruising or trauma. I know for a fact that I havent bumped them but starting to get a bit concerned that they have only started happening in the last couple of weeks. It is about as big as a 2 coin and it is dark almost black now. There is still one area of it that is numb. The muscle began to spasm and O started to see skin turning red. In: Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. What could it be. 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. He/she can best answer your question. They are down my legs and on my right arm and had a huge one come up on my right had today ..they are large and roundish ..i have barely got an apetite, Hi, Lynne. They were itchy before a bruise appeared. I woke up today and see a bright red clot under right eye. Bookmarked. The only answer given is no answer or to call your doctor. Your provider might tell you to avoid certain nonprescription medications or supplements. Barb, Hi ABI, Theyre caused by a blood vessel break. Did you specifically ask your primary care provider about the bruising? What is is about fish oil or vitamin E that can cause this? If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can reach out directly to your provider via My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Maybe I stepped the wrong way. About an hour or two later another one just above it. We do not know your daughter's medical history well enough and cannot give individualized medical advice on our blog. Did you go to the doctor? Mayo Clinic Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development, Mayo Clinic School of Graduate Medical Education, Assisted Walking and Mobility Options at Mayo Clinic Store, Balanced skincare Solutions from Mayo Clinic Store, Book: Mayo Clinic Family Health Book, 5th Edition, Newsletter: Mayo Clinic Health Letter Digital Edition, Book: Mayo Clinic 5 Steps to Controlling High Blood Pressure. Bruises look like big purple spots with clear edges, and youre younger than 65. Advertising revenue supports our not-for-profit mission. Thank You. Hi Tracy E. Ive been doing the stretches and finally used the meds when I couldnt tolerate the pain anymore. They don't cause me pain, but they have been there for months maybe even a year or two. If your bruising continues or you become concerned, you should consider talking with your primary care provider. Im having the same type of problem with bruising. If you eat wheat, make sure the product does not contain yeastalso avoid all aged cheeses, chocolate, citric acid (it is made with aspergillus mold), cream of tartar, malted barley flourand basically any product that is fermented because fermentation causes yeast to grow rampant. 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 or discoloration can follow an injury or may be due to What could make that happen ? But am so concerned I've gone to the internet to get more info. Hi, I have a bruises that suddenly appear on my legs and I noticed I have 2 more bruises on my stomach which is weird cause i have no recollection how they got there ,should I be concerned about this? Thanks x I keep getting a big bruise on my right side abdomen I noticed the first one after chemotherapy I received a neulasta shot its been over a year since I got that shot but I still keep getting these bruises. Thanks. He went to the doctor but received no explanation. This also applies to your sheets and your towels; we don't realize the contact we have with these, and rinsing out every speck of detergent helped me immensely. When questions arent related to individual treatment or diagnosis, were happy to provide more information. Kayla You're exactly right. Blood leaks into tissues under the skin and causes the black-and-blue color. Im scheduled for a surgery in February and I am concerned. Huge bruises 6-7inches long all over upper thighs etc. Unfortunately, we cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. Mine showed up on my thighs as well. I was diagnosed with multiple diseases and bloodcloting disorders within weeks and I didn't even realize I was sick. 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? Have your vision and hearing tested. We strongly recommend reaching out directly to your provider about the bruising you are experiencing. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can contact your provider through messaging via My Marshfield Clinic: marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. I did then have a bruise present, under my pinky toe, on the side of my pinky toe, and the padding underneath my pinky toe. We recommend seeing a doctor about your bruise as soon as you can. We suggest you reach out to him/her regarding your bruising concerns. Hi, I'm not a doctor, I've just been looking up my own weird bruising issue and read that sometimes bruises can appear around insect bites if the person's allergic to that insect. We don't want to compromise patient privacy. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. Bruises look like tiny dots. He is only 18 months and the doctors are stumped. Have you been to the doctor to find out the cause? Hello, Im a 29 year old female with no history of blood disorders or anything.
