Hi, I figured it was a nervous thing but I only bruise on my legs but itch all over! Hi, Tasha. I'm 40 by the way. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider. I have the same problem. Thank you. What happened or may be happening? WebDr. Treatments include applying an ice pack and pressure to the area by hand. They also can appear on the lower legs. Thank you. 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 ???? Someone please help!! i do take ibuprofen regularly due to pain in my knees, could that be the reason i have them? These spots, called purpura, are common in older adults but may be a sign of inflamed blood vessels in younger people. Hi, Giselle. I'm sorry to hear about your recurring bruise. 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? If you are worried or concerned, we recommend reaching out to your primary care provider. Hi I am having bruises on my forearm and around my knees too. I have the exact same thing on my nose now..came out of nowhere. Is this cause for concern? Due to that and the length you have had the bruises, we strongly recommend reaching out to your provider about the bruising. It caused such bright multicolored bruising : purple, blue, yellow, red, just a mess looked like I was in a car accident or something. Hey they have to get those numbers up to make the blog pay off.. I did have cervical cancer about 10 yrs ago and I do have low iron and have to take supplements so I'm use to minor bruises but nothing like this. There is a problem with It's important you share this information with your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. Hello, its been happening for as long as I can remember, sometimes in my sleep, unexplainable itching that wont go away and I cant stop scratching, only on my upper thighs and behind my knees. Just wondering. I hope I have helped you to know why. If u know anything about bruising let me know or else please buzz off. Hi, Im a 28 year old male who isnt on any medication but is currently getting bruises on my legs. I am a 39yo female with Crohn's disease and bad urine since January when I also had bad liver count. If you're worried, your parents can help you make an appointment with your doctor, or you can ask about the bruises at your next regular appointment. Please go see a doctor about that, reoccurring bruises with no known cause could be of concern. Possibly gout. Drinking alcohol can make you more prone to easy bruising and bumping into things. These flat blotches start out red, then turn She ended up going to the ER at night and they noticed bruising on her upper groin area. I have bruises on each arm on the inside of my forearms in the middle never hit them n wanted to know if it could be something serious! I was having a shower and I washed my right leg, or went to before I found 2 random bruises. Fell and hit my wrist a year ago swelling and the pain went away after 1 1/2 months. What's the point in having the blog if you aren't giving people individual advice? They feel like bruises and are clear around the edges. Tell your health care provider or pharmacist if a medication makes you dizzy or sleepy. Lumps or swellings. 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. Unusual bruising includes swelling, extremely large contusions, chronic bruising in the same areas of the body, and irregularly shaped bruises that typically mimic the shape of knuckles or fingers. Huge bruises 6-7inches long all over upper thighs etc. Have your vision and hearing tested. Hi today when the family were together for Thanksgiving, my 24 yr. daughter said she keeps getting unexplained bruising. This should be evaluated by someone who can visualize the marks. Please contact your primary care provider for concerning bruises. Should i worry about it? What could make that happen ? Source: https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/bruises-article, If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can ask your doctor about the small lump without a visit by messaging through My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Theyre on my inner thigh and I know its not trauma related . He/she is most familiar with your medical history and current conditions, therefore, would be able to help you best. Easy bruising. 5. We cannot give individualized medical advice on this forum. Thanks for reaching out. Hi, Kez! My Dad has ring like bruises on his arms what are they? Bruising occurs along with other bleeding. -Kirstie, I have bruising on my upper thigh close to groin area and also lower stomach area i have been abit crook on off lately bruises have been there iver a week now i told my doctor all she did was asked if i bumped myself there also told me i had a viral infection but yet afew weeks later im still the same. We strongly recommend talking to your doctor about the bruises you experience. These bruises also last for a month or more, should I be concerned? Have you shared that diary with your primary care provider? https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/skin-care-and-aging. Thanks for reaching out. It doesn't hurt but it will not go away either. health information, we will treat all of that information as protected health WebThere are several medication forms which can cause bruises on arms and other body parts by thinning the blood down. You should contact a nurse line or the doctor who prescribed you antibiotics. They know your medical history and current conditions better than we can. Hey, might they be cellulite? She bit my arm the other day and it immediately swelled and bruised. Im sure its no big deal might just be the meds youre on but if you have all that going on just mention it! should i be concerned about the bleeding? These resources may help you in your information search: https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/qa/can-drinking-alcohol-cause-bruising you better get it checked out. Unfortunately, the blog isn't intended for medical advice and we don't know enough about your medical history or current conditions to say if this is "normal." What causes bruising in my back, it's been there for months and went to the doctor to check my blood and everythings normal. Your doctor has all that information or can obtain it from talking with you personally to give you the best answers to your questions. It started clearing up from the onside out. In: Goldman-Cecil Medicine. Thanks a bunch for sharing this with all people you actually understand what you're talking about! 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. im relatively young (17) and i continously kept waking up with little bruisies all over my arms, most of them the size of dots. It never hurts to bring your concerns to your provider. https://www.uptodate.com/contents/search. I am experiencing unexplained bruises everyday on my legs. Certain medications may contribute to easy bruising by decreasing the blood's ability to clot. My life would've been much better. As always, it's important to ask your doctor about any concerning symptoms you're experiencing. However, easy bruising can sometimes be a sign of a more serious problem. In general and as mentioned in the story "Unexplained bruising usually appears on the arms and lower legs. If your coworker friend is a Marshfield Clinic patient, she could directly message her provider on My Marshfield Clinic to ask again about her bruises: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. 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. I got no other symptoms. Hi, DeAngela. do you think the medicine is causing it? But the bruise on my stomach not sure why or how it got there. I got off these pills after a month, and the bruising went away. Had I? I have that too. She suggests bringing this to the attention of your primary care provider who knows your current medication use, medication history and conditions. Thank you for reaching out. Also, bed bugs sometimes leave a string of tiny dot bites. Should I be concerned? I have never seen anyone with that amount of bruising. Hi, Callie. But I'm not a doctor. Hi Georgia We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. Where did the new bruises come from? What I was looking for info about is the kind of bruising that can happen with the slightest rub, scratch across any part of hands, feet, fingers. Sue, We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. 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. Now, more than a week later the bruise goes from the injured area to the ankle. Hi i have been getting random spots on my body where I feel like its brusing up but when I look there I dont see an actual bruise I can only feel it, and it is all over my body. Asking for a coworker friend. -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. As in can you get another bruise on top of a bruise. The bruising is preceded by crazy itching. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can message your provider directly through My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, I hurt my back earlier last week it was no big deal was just reaching to put on a sweatshirt then I went for my walk when I got back I was in excruciating pain now I have a big black bruise on my lower back should I go to emergency, Thanks for reaching out. Plus purple dots are appearing on the skin.low grade fever. Maybe I stepped the wrong way. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. A tip I use is wearing thick hooded sweatshirts and sweatpants helps protect the spine when sitting and also protects the hip bones from pain incase of knocking into a counter or something, but that's rarely happens. My legs have been getting more and more bruises lately and on top of that Ive been getting itchy everywhere!!! Me too! That are about 2 inches apart and they dont hurt when I touch them They are just there What could that mean, Hi, Faith. Aided me a lot, just what I was searching for : D. Hi, could you help me with this ? We cannot give medical advice specific to you on our blog. This bruise occurred in 2019. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. We move to a new area and I don't have a PCP. They now have where you can just make a phone call to a doctor and a lot of the times if it's just a question you don't get charged, Talk to your PC. Then I asked her show me her arms and back, bruises as well but not like her legs. He/she can best answer your question. We appreciate you reaching out. In most cases, elderly skin bruising is the result of an injury, a fall, or a collision. -Kirstie, I was getting ready to put munchies pajamas on and looked down at my left thigh and see that I have 11 bruises and they are all over my thigh Im seriously scared never had anything like that in my life. If so, you can message your doctor via My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, If you don't have a My Marshfield Clinic account, you can find your doctors contact information here: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/Doctors/, Im not one to get random bruises. I have tried switched laundry soaps, put lotion on (I thought maybe I had dry skin) took allergy medication. 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). I experienced something similar when we moved into a different house. What throws me off is when I do it in my sleep. Your doctor is most aware of your medical history and can best advise you. We wish you the best and hope you find answers tomorrow. Just throwing that out there! Sorry. He/she is familiar with your medical history and current conditions. Hope you figure(d) it out . My thighs are covered in bruises. I'll reach out to some of our providers and see if they have any thoughts. Kim, it also sounds like you pinched a nerve which may cause numbness. This allows them to provide you with the most accurate answers. Maybe I missed it but I didnt see a response to your post about your sons unexplained bruising. Should i got to the doctor or it can be something normal I'm 17. Sometimes I have bruises appear from slight trauma to my skin. I've been drinking off and on for years, mainly vodka. I wonder whats causing it. Herbal therapies or supplements can also cause bruising or interactions with medications that people do not realize. I always get bruises all over my body by barely even touching things or having them rest on me. I will see my Dermatologist tomorrow. Your doctor is most aware of your medical history and can best advise you. We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. Make Shine365 part of your daily routine. Any advice is greatly appreciated and needed. Currently in touch with a doc they think blood disorder. I do have fair skin. Find out about the side effects of medications you take. There is mention that these can be common on the neck area. Women tend to see more bruises than men and people who have fair skin often bruise more easily. Yesterday while doing light housework, I had that same sudden pain, only on the side of my knee. Have any answers? I do not remember bumping into anything, it just appeared. Your doctor is most aware of your medical history and can best advise you. I had stents places in both legs via both groins. There is a bruise and the knee is now popping with every step. Exactly like legs, unexplained bruising on hands can be due to bumping or something in general. I am a 52 year old female. In: Hematology: Basic Principles and Practice. It went away and then came back, Me too. I dont really know what to do cause they are on both of my forearms, and like round. My right leg all the way around it. My dermatologist recommended Skin lightening serum of dermalmd after a recent visit to the office. 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. Lana. This site complies with the HONcode standard for trustworthy health information: verify here. I did give my husband a kidney last year. If you are not one of our patients, we do suggest you ask your doctor about these concerns at your next appointment. I had a 4 wheeler wreck in 2013 and still have a hematoma to this day. Hi, Emily. Accessed March 14, 2022. Over time it grows and gets light in the middle with a darker circle around and a bit brown. These characteristically blue bruises appear for no known reason, such as trauma to the finger. Have you contacted your doctor? If you do not have an appointment coming up and you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can reach out to your care team through messaging on My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Theres no pain. I'm only 36 I'm in great health no problems at all. Purpura isnt a medical 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? 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. Your provider might also check your blood platelet levels or do tests that measure the time it takes your blood to clot. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can message your provider through My Marshfield Clinic at the following link: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic Thank you for reading Shine365. I'll contact a couple providers and see if they have any general information to provide you. My mother is 75 and her leg really hurt all of a sudden one day. A blood clot is a clump of blood that has formed in deeper tissue or within a blood vessel and is rarely visible. should i stop taking ibuprofen as much as i do? It is really crazy and to be honest ..I am scared to find out what is going on. Thank You. Barb, Hi ABI, I don't know what is this. When I got home there was a large reddish purple bruise, today it's almost black. It's best to bring this concern to your doctor who knows you best. Hi, Elzbet. Since they know your medical history, they can best advise you. By late evening it is a large bruise. They happen when small blood vessels leak blood under your skins surface. WebInjuries or strenuous physical activities. Same type of bruises appear on legs and arms of my 21 year old daughter. Please, in your opinion, answer my question! It hurts to sit down on a hard surface (toilet seat), to get in and out of a vehicle because of the weight distribution. Senile purpura. My white blood cell count and mpv is high, as well as my lymphocytes the bones in my hands are hurting bad to where I had to purchase a brace and it hurts just to type. Blood thinners Did it finally go away? Thanks for reaching out. Your doctor is the best resource!! If you cant give even a hint why do you even exist ? They want whats best for him too and after the serious injuries hes suffered and the long road to recovery he is still on, you should definitely contact them about any concerns you should have. 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. I take care of a disabled individual. The bruise is about the size of my hand. We don't want to compromise patient privacy. Why even have people all questions? 3. Is this something random or should I be concerned? In the entire valley there. 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Im 67 Years old. I was recently diagnosed with fibromyalgia and put on several different meds to treat the pain and inflammation. I had 5 bruises on my left mid back. Here are some of the medication forms that could prompt easy 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. I asked Candy about your concerns and symptoms. Hi since new year's eve, I have had bruising everywhere, my periods have stopped & I'm shaking all the time. You notice a lot more bruises than normal or bruises in unusual places. did you find out what it is because the exact same thing is happening to me, left knee and everything and it seemed to get bigger, im a 20 year old female! Are you a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient? What could it be. My last urinalysis four weeks ago showed my liver count is normal but I still have kidney disease. The muscle began to spasm and O started to see skin turning red. Hey, Peggy. My daughter has the same issue around her knee we've had every blood test and scan under the sun done, and no answer. I have a large dark patch/bruise on my left lower tummy quite large that keeps appearing this time with a smaller 50p size bruise under my belly button. Muscle is still sore with bruise getting darker. In the past 8 months I was drinking about 6 or 7 of them daily. Certain dietary supplements, such as ginkgo biloba, also can increase bruising risk due to a blood-thinning effect. Thanks Jake, I have one on my forearm too. Hi did you find out what caused the bruise? I had a bruise pop up out of nowhere on my right side of my lower stomach and it hurts like crazy. 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) . Around my belly button and sides. What could this be? At least talk to a doctor about it it never hurts to check out something. Some people especially women are more prone to bruising than others. WebSome people have sudden unexplained bruising or blood spots under the skin, or they may suddenly get bruises more often. I found a vitamin C called Lipospheric Vitamin C in packets. I also experience internal pain down to the pit of my stomach and down the left side of my ribs sometimes. Thank you for contacting us. Hi Joan, It's best to call a nurse line or your doctor. Did you specifically ask your primary care provider about the bruising? If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can message your doctor on My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. My son is 13 years old and last July had major trauma to his leg after being by a motorbike. Thank you for reaching out. Mayo Clinic offers appointments in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota and at Mayo Clinic Health System locations. My legs get really hot and feel very heavy accompanied with extreme pain. Today I noticed another bruise upper chest area. I have ulcerative colitis, high liver count, chronic kidney disease , and A lot of bruising on my lower and upper legs. His dentist told him it is possible it comes from teeth-grinding which my brother does in his sleep a lot. The bruising has lasted for two months. I am 5'11'' and weigh about 140 lbs. But obviously should ask your doctor about it. Sometimes symptoms are related to medical history, current conditions or medications. Hi, Mikayla. Im only 22. Every day youll find helpful ideas and advice on a wide variety of health topics to help you and your family live well. We recommend reaching out to your provider regarding your question. Adam. 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. Hi, Ivey. Bookmarked. I have the exact same issue. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide medical advice on this platform. Clinical approach to the patient with bleeding or bruising. Even small changes in sight or hearing can cause you to fall. Was anything wrong? Either way, I admire you for not losing it on any of these peeps , I've been suffering with abdominal pain for abit now and recently started noticing random bruises going down my stomach I have no idea how and why. Unexplained bruising is common for a certain type of anemia, known as aplastic anemia. Beth We cannot give individualized medical advice on our blog. I had it on both but the left side went away. I hope this helps answer your questions. Your primary care provider will refer you to ahematologistif you have continued significant bruising larger than one centimeter with no known trauma. I was getting bad bruising on my legs when I was on a different BC pill i was never on. Hi, This is a good question for your primary care provider. It doesnt hurt. What could this be? I realized that every time I sat and leaned back in a hard chair, my spine all the way to my tailbone and whatever bones are in the glutes would hurt. He has not injured it or had any falls and I have never noticed them before. If you have a Marshfield Clinic Health System doctor, you can use My Marshfield Clinic to securely send and receive messages: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/MyMarshfieldClinic.