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Aug 9, 2024 · Easy bruising can cause large bruises in multiple areas of the body, often at the same time. The most common causes are aging or a medication side effect. Bruising also can occur due to bleeding disorders or other rare medical conditions. Frequent bruising may also be a sign of physical abuse.
Most bruises form when small blood vessels (capillaries) near the skin's surface are broken by the impact of a blow or injury — often on the arms or legs. When this happens, blood leaks out of the vessels and initially appears as a dark mark. Eventually the body reabsorbs the blood, and the mark disappears.
- Aspirin, anticoagulant medications and anti-platelet agents reduce your blood's ability to clot. Antibiotics might also be associated with clotting...
- Easy bruising sometimes indicates a serious underlying condition, such as a blood-clotting problem or a blood disease. See your doctor if you: 1. H...
- To prevent minor bruising, take steps to avoiding falling: 1. Use good lighting in your home. 2. Avoid clutter and throw rugs, especially on stairs...
Jan 16, 2024 · Minor bruises often heal in a few days. Some people bruise more easily than others, and the bruising can take longer to heal. Causes include age, medications, and vasculitis.
- Older adults often bruise more easily, because the skin becomes less flexible with age, and there is less fat to protect the blood vessels. Sun exp...
- In people with diabetes, wounds, including bruises, can take longer to heal.
- Bruises usually heal without treatment, but raising the bruised part and applying ice covered in a cloth may help reduce swelling.
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May 2, 2023 · Unexplained bruising is one of them. There are several nutrient deficiencies associated with easy or random bruising, including: Vitamin C: Vitamin C is important for many reasons, one being wound healing. Without enough vitamin C in the body, random bruising can occur. Iron: Iron is vital for healthy blood cells because it aids in the delivery ...
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Mar 9, 2020 · When bruising is cause for concern. Bruises due to minor injuries or accidents usually disappear on their own after a week or two. During the healing process, the bruise will change color before ...
May 23, 2024 · Bruises happen when blood leaks out of your veins and capillaries and pools under your skin because there isn't an opening for the blood to get out of your body. Blood cells called platelets stop ...
Apr 26, 2023 · Cold compress. If there’s swelling and pain with bruising, the first line of treatment is to apply a cold compress. Remember to put a barrier (like a cloth or thin towel) between the cold object ...
