6. It's been there about a year already and it doesn't hurt at all. Hope this may help!!! Women tend to see more bruises than men and people who have fair skin often bruise more easily. Hi, Callie. I don't have a doctor. Muscle contusion (bruise). This can be a sign of a methotrexate overdose, which could be fatal, per Michigan Medicine. I have 2 very large very dark red looks like bruises on my lower abdomen. Thank you for reaching out. I didn't pay much attention to it, as I do have Raynaud's. Thank you for bringing that to our attention. Hi, Emily. My aunt could barely walk because of swelling ankles, etc. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide too individualized of medical advice on this platform. Hi Margelin, We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. I take care of a disabled individual. Im in my late 50s. It was extremely painful for the first two days and looked worse each day. I am concerned and calling his Dr. first thing in the morning but was wondering if anyone knew. Thank you for reaching out. We recommend reaching out to your provider about the bruising. And do u even parent haha sometimes once in a blue moon its needed, now I was on here asking about bruising that concerned me, not asking for parenting advice. before my medicine, every once in a while I'd have a few unexplained bruises, but never this many. Thank you. When questions arent related to individual treatment or diagnosis, were happy to provide more information. I have that too. Approach to the patient with bleeding and thrombosis. However, we cannot provide medical advice on this platform. Unfortunately, we cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. Hi, Brooke. Intense exercise can leave you with more than just sore muscles. Wow, the same exact thing here. This may be concerning for a possible underlying bleeding disorder and should be reported. 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) . I found marks on my inner thighs, they are scrape like bruises. I am a 39yo female with Crohn's disease and bad urine since January when I also had bad liver count. I was wondering if you could give any indication as to what the culprit may be. Recently i have had bad nose bleeds, but last week they finally stopped after having one, 3 or 4 times a day. He/she can best help you. Please tell me what should i do!? I had a colonoscopy last week. To all of you who have concerns about unexplained bruisingit can be a sign of candida (yeast) overgrowth in your system or an underlying bacterial infectionboth will cause random bruising on the skin. Asking for a coworker friend. Your doctor understands your current conditions, medications and medical history best and can best answer questions related to the symptoms you're experiencing. Sorry for my explanation. My back had been hurting for a few weeks before it showed up and it's been there for a while now it will lighten up for a day or two and go back to being a really dark. I started to notice that it began growing, and as this happened there grew another 1 on the exact same spot on my left leg. Just wondering. Cant hurt ;> good luck. Hi, Lauren. Hi, Elizabeth. Unfortunately, I was born with it & never knew. they have been growing bigger over time and i have had these for 2 weeks now. The bruises seem to be in the same place on both arms. -Kirstie. As always, it's important to ask your doctor about any concerning symptoms you're experiencing. This leg is normally swollen with edema, worse than the right, I am hypothyroid, on meds for that and morphine. When questions arent related to individual treatment or diagnosis, were happy to provide more information. It has been here for a while. should i stop taking ibuprofen as much as i do? Your care team is the best resource for these questions specific to your symptoms, and they have a good understanding of your medical history, current conditions and medications, which can effect the symptoms you're experiencing. information is beneficial, we may combine your email and website usage information with What could be some causes of this sensation? HiI did a blood test yesterday and when I woke up this morning, the spot where I got stick is purple and blue. "Mayo," "Mayo Clinic," "MayoClinic.org," "Mayo Clinic Healthy Living," and the triple-shield Mayo Clinic logo are trademarks of Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research. She bit my arm the other day and it immediately swelled and bruised. 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). Is this normal? Any thoughts. Have you contacted your doctor? I hear cracks all the time and feel them in my back. We strongly recommend talking to your doctor about the bruises you experience. Blood platelets are specific cells that exist within the blood. I would definitely contact your primary care provider & get some lab work going. If not, it sounds like a good question for your next regularly scheduled appointment. Avoid clutter and throw rugs, especially on stairs. She suggests bringing this to the attention of your primary care provider who knows your current medication use, medication history and conditions. I've been at the doctors for my internal pain, but not for the bruise. He/she is familiar with your medical history and current conditions. Sometimes only a slight bump results in a nasty bruise." But I'm not a doctor. Hi did you find out what caused the bruise? Your doctor knows your medical history and current conditions best. Not seeing this type of bruising exactly. My Dad has ring like bruises on his arms what are they? Click here for an email preview. Fortunately, your doctor has this information already or can talk with you to learn more about it. WebWhat does Leukaemia bruising look like? In my case, so far it has been found I have a rare platelet condition & now I have a low platelets count. To protect your privacy and to get accurate guidance, it is best you reach out to your primary care provider who understands your current health and medical history. Alsouse patchouli oil and bergamot oilthese 2 essential oils in particular are antifungal and when applied topically to the skin (just several drops a day) will kill the internal candida albicans bacteria. I wanted to know if I should be concerned and seek medical help. He/she can best help you. It sounds like you may have what is called Pityriasis rosea. Your doctor who understand your medical history, current conditions and medications is your best resource when you have concerns about your health. Usually, bruises or hematomas appear after a blow or injury in a particular area. They are blue and a bit yellow. I had these strange long, thin, line-like bruises across my upper thighs. in my left leg i have a scratch and its red and What throws me off is when I do it in my sleep. Noticed that I had the same large bruise that is spread across my lower back and I dont remember hitting anything either did you ever go to the doctor? Your care team can look at your medical records and help you understand whether an appointment is necessary. I havent hurt it or hit it it has just appeared. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can contact your provider through messaging via My Marshfield Clinic: https://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. We send best wishes to your grandson and hope his pediatrician can help provide answers. I am in my mid 60s and it finally dawned on me that a vitamin C deficiency always caused bruising. Do you have an answer? I know for a fact I wasn't bumped or injured in anyway. There is one thumb size bruise and a smaller bruise on my thigh a few inches above my knee that keeps appearing and disappearing on my leg in the same place. I had a 4 wheeler wreck in 2013 and still have a hematoma to this day. Aspirin, certain prescribed medications and even some over the counter s Read More No nose bleeds and its nit painful at all. My stomach is hurting I have blood coming from my nose. I had stents places in both legs via both groins. The pain went away but she's lost muscle strength and now she cannot move that leg to the right without using her hand to place it there. I have a swollen lymph node on my right side. COVID toes, which is characterized by swelling, discoloration or painful bumps on the toes. Thanks for commenting. include protected health information. I had an injury in the calf months ago. About a month later another 1 appeared on my lower right arm and then a few smaller ones on my legs and thighs. We strongly recommend talking to your doctor about the bruising you are experiencing as soon as you can. Copyright 2023 Marshfield Clinic Health System. 26th ed. Medical doctors normally will x-ray and may suggest physical therapy. The main symptom is spontaneous bruising on one or more of the fingers. 3. Now i wear TED hoses daily and (knock on wood), no edema,(swelling) leg pain, and NO MORE weird appearing bruisesi do not know what nephropathy is..but im truly sorry and i hope this helps. ", Best wishes, and thank you for reading Shine365. And there was no rough playing before we saw what happened. Bruises look like a mark on 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 Do you think they're related? One is fading away quickly, n Another is fading away as well, but not faster as the other one, Hi i am 29yrs old female n i seem to get random bruises on my arms n legs (places varies) but they look like they r a few days old when they start to show on my skin n i haven't done anything to acquire them no accidents or bums i have always gotten them since i was in my late teens n just brushed it off thinking I'm taking vitamins or iron what should i do??? Sometimes only a slight bump results in a nasty bruise. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider. Any help and guidance would be appreciated. 4. Cold and Hot Compresses Using intervals of ice and heat can help ease the pain of a bruise and get the healing 2. A bruise often forms while the outer layer of skin is still intact and it changes the color of the visible layers of skin. Cold hands accompanied by color changes can be a result of circulatory disturbances or injury. Is this cause for concern? 7th ed. Unfortunately, we aren't able to provide medical advice on this platform. 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. I have a 4 year old with 3 round bruises on his lower back, he says they don't hurt at all, I have touched them and he feels no pain. If so, you can reach him/her directly via My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Saturday morning I had a bruise already forming on my left butt cheek with numbness on part of it. My son is 13 years old and last July had major trauma to his leg after being by a motorbike. WebAs well as medium-to-large bruises, you might notice rashes appearing on your skin. Hi Georgia We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. He/she knows your medical history and current conditions best. Im experiencing bruising on both groins and legs. Small, pinhead-sized red spots on the skin (called petechiae) may be a sign of leukaemia. I have the same bruise in the same location. Genetics play a huge part in our health issues, I have bruises on the inside of my upper thighs. No injuries. Additionally, our blog is meant to be educational, rather than to diagnose or treat. 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. 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. Tea Bags Tea WebThese bruises result from microscopic tears in blood vessels under the skin. Hi, Ivey. We suggest you call your doctor or the lab where you received your blood work. Is there any medical conditions that would cause a bruise to leave a permanent mark on the skin once the bruise has cleared up or gone away? For non-emergency health questions, please consult with your doctor or health care provider." Any help. If a loved one has a bruise that can't be explained, particularly in an unusual location such as on the face, be aware of the possibility of abuse. My last urinalysis four weeks ago showed my liver count is normal but I still have kidney disease. Please help. They can advise you best since they are most aware of your medical history and past conditions. If you are concerned about your recent bruises, it is best to contact your doctor who is familiar with your current conditions and medical history. In the mean time, you may find these stories helpful: Hi, Mary. The only thing that was showing up was LOW APTT level. Don't even know how it happened. 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. What could it be. Upper bicep. (My age is 49.). Nobody can explain to me what it is. In the meantime, web resources like WebMD might provide some guidance for you: https://symptoms.webmd.com/, I dont think thats stupid at all. Looks like someone poked or grabbed me. They are no where else on my body except legs. However, they come back without any reasoning. Exact same colour same part of my thigh but on the other leg. I experienced no pain with this. Now I have small purple red bruises on the front of my legs and forearms and been vomiting everything I eat and drink for three days now. Generally speaking, if your bruises show any of the following signs, we suggest you see your doctor: 5. So I had an arthroscopic surgery on my hip 9 months ago to fix a labral tear. 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." All rights reserved. 5. I have an unexplained bruise about the size of a lemon on my outer thigh that aches. Herbal therapies or supplements can also cause bruising or interactions with medications that people do not realize. Fish oil. I don't have 2 touch it just comes and goes . They are best able to answer your questions according to your medical history and current conditions. We suggest you reach out to him/her regarding your bruising concerns. I told her to get blood work done ASAP. He/she can best help you. purple what dose it mean..? We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. It's great you're keeping a photo diary of these instances. I was bitten by a dog on the upper calf 9 days ago. Please contact your primary care provider for concerning bruises. Hi, Dee. Should I go to my doctor about this? Sometimes only a slight bump results in a nasty bruise. What would cause bruising along the spinal cord on the back. Bleeding into the joints that causes swelling or bruising may be a sign of a bleeding disorder. Have any answers? I have like five small circle bruises on my lower leg with a scab but I dont remember running into anything? https://shine365.marshfieldclinic.org/shine365-comment-policy/, Thank you for reading Shine365. 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. TMI but I also have blood in my stool that seems to come and go but it doesnt seem like a big issue, after reading this Im wondering if theyre related. They can help you understand next steps, as they'll be able to ask questions about your medications, medical history and current conditions. I tend to get small dot like bruises in high numbers on my neck and on the eyelids sometimes after I had sex. Im not sure how to post a picture. If so, you can actually message your doctor through My Marshfield Clinic; no appointment needed: https://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. I have several on my upper thighs (both legs) I just ended my monthly and started taking liquid b12 supplement for energy.within the same amount of timeframe Ive noticed a lump on the outer wall of my private area.Im worried and will be seeking advice from a doctor tomorrow.. Hi i have small purple spots on my fore arm they appear often and take a while to go away, no pain no soreness just appear, they look like small raisins , should i worry? Generally, harder blows cause larger bruises. WebThere are several medication forms which can cause bruises on arms and other body parts by thinning the blood down. Have you talked to your doctor? My name is Jashetta and for the past month Ive been having bruises pop up all over my legs. Please Advise! I wonder whats causing it. Hi Gretchen , Did you ever get answers to your bruises? We strongly recommend talking to your doctor directly about the bruising you are experiencing. They appeared at once from my knee to my groin. They usually heal within 2 to 4 weeks. Have you been to the doctor to find out the cause? In the meantime, you may find helpful information on our story about scarring: https://shine365.marshfieldclinic.org/wellness/scars/. Thanks x Then one day it literally hit me, when I was rushing from the babys room to the kitchen & ran right into the dining room table. Until then, you might explore our site or sites like WebMD: Due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions, they can best advise you. Sometimes symptoms are related to medical history, current conditions or medications. I'm dying to know if you've figured out what it is. No idea how they got there. Could this be serious for her? Should I be worried or trying to get an appointment with my doctor? My 15 year old daughter has been getting unexplained bruises on her stems, legs, and torso for 2 months. Thanks for reaching out. Unexplained bruising is very common and heals relatively quickly. Here is a link that covers more about the side effects of adderall: https://www.nacd.org/what-parents-need-to-know-about-the-side-effects-of-adhd-drugs/. Hi I have been getting all shapes and sizes of bruising in multi places on my body. When should you worry about bruises? They know your medical history, medications and current conditions best. Im not sure how long its been there as I noticed it about 3 days ago. This is information best discussed with a doctor. Is this natural? I got no other symptoms. What if we do not have a medical provider? 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. However, easy bruising can sometimes be a sign of a more serious problem. Vitamin C or K deficiency, bleeding disorders such as hemophilia or Von Willebrand disease, or cancer can cause bruising. I believe Im slightly anemic from what I remember. Fell and hit my wrist a year ago swelling and the pain went away after 1 1/2 months. Im concerned about the headaches Im having that are followed by bruises. I truly prize your piece of work, Great post. 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. It can be very serious if not treated. I am sorry, but I would not have any recommendations for pediatric patients. Mayo Clinic does not endorse companies or products. Hi, Noah. What should I do? Over time it grows and gets light in the middle with a darker circle around and a bit brown. The tops of my thighs are itchy and bruised. Thank you for reading Shine365. Thank you for your question. My mom is 65 years old an shes in a wheel chair since 1988 we was in a car accident anyways it's been about a year my mom has had these bruses they don't go away there spreading all over her body know there going on her face no 1can tell her what it is she has gone to 2 specialist an no one can tell her what it is my poor mom is starting to get depressed there big all over her body. Every day youll find helpful ideas and advice on a wide variety of health topics to help you and your family live well. You can learn more about this in the Shine365 comment policy: https://shine365.marshfieldclinic.org/shine365-comment-policy/. Any ideas why? I called my doctor this morning and left a message with a nurse.
