Why am I bruising so incredibly easy? I will bump something slightly and the next day there will be a bruise.
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you may be anemic. my ma bruises easy and she is. just take more iron tablets
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Medications and supplements can cause easy bruising
Blood-thinning drugs such as aspirin and warfarin (Coumadin) or medications such as clopidogrel (Plavix) reduce your blood's ability to clot. Because of this, bleeding from capillary damage that would normally stop quickly may take longer to stop, allowing enough blood to leak out to cause a bruise.
Corticosteroids also can cause your skin to thin, making it easier for you to bruise. Don't stop taking your medications if you experience increased bruising. Talk to your doctor about your concerns and what you can do.
Certain dietary supplements such as fish oil, ginkgo, ginger and garlic also may increase your bruising risk, since these supplements have a blood-thinning effect. Make sure your doctor is aware of any supplements you're taking — especially if you're taking them along with a blood-thinning drug. Your doctor may recommend avoiding certain over-the-counter medications or supplements.
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When bruises indicate more serious problems
In some cases bruising may indicate something more serious, such as a blood-clotting problem or a blood disease. See your doctor if:
You have unusually large or painful bruises, particularly if your bruises seem to develop for no known reason
You're bruising easily and you're experiencing abnormal bleeding elsewhere, such as from your nose, gums or intestinal tract
You have no history of bruising but suddenly experience bruises, particularly if you recently started a new medication
These signs and symptoms can indicate that you have low levels — or abnormal function — of platelets, a component of blood that helps blood clot after an injury. To diagnose the cause of your bruising, your doctor may check your blood platelet levels or the ability of your blood to coagulate.
I heard once that bruising easily is a sign of diabetis.
you may have easy bruising skin. But most likely its because of the diet change and your body is adjusting to it i know when I change my diet my skin reacts differently and right now i'm having the same affect with the bruising in spots that i hit very softly but its getting better because my body is making the change and learning to deal with it. so don't worry its normal.
You need more iron in your system. Low iron, probably resulting from your low cal diet, is the most common cause for bruising.
There are plenty of iron supplements available over-the-counter, but be warned. too much iron can cause pretty bad cramps. Start with the lowest recommended dose, and increase gradually until the bruising stops. You might also do a little research to find out what foods you can add to your diet that are iron-rich.
Good luck!
Go to the doctor. This can be a symptom of some bad stuff. I know someone who said the same thing happened to his wife & 6 months later, she died of cancer! so, unless you've already discussed this with your doctor, GO TO THE DOCTOR!
Take lots of vitamin C both water soluable and fat soluable types. They help with healing.
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