If your child receives care through Marshfield Clinic, you can message his care team via My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, When you'd like to make an appointment, you can get that process started here: https://marshfieldclinic.org/appointments Or, if your child does not yet have a pediatrician, you can start your search here: https://marshfieldclinic.org/Doctors/Search?k=Pediatrics, What a ridiculous forum. 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. However, we strongly recommend discussing these bruises with your doctor directly. I am having bruises in my thigh almost every day with a maximum of 3 each day for almost a week, today I do a Complete Blood Count. We recommend contacting your doctor about the bruising you are experiencing. Periodically, Ive been getting small, pencil eraser size, perfectly circular bruises on my arms for no reason. Bruises look like big purple spots with clear edges, and youre younger than 65. Can you give me an answer to what is going on. 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. Maybe the size of a nickel. Not Big though,Ive had them mainly on my hands and wrist.. a few times I smacked my kid.. not that hard but thats when its happened and it happened to my fingers. Bruises Atrophic Skin You may also experience rheumatoid arthritis and bruising due to structural changes in your skin. they have been growing bigger over time and i have had these for 2 weeks now. I've been told i dont have leukemia. Unfortunately, we cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. I called my doctor this morning and left a message with a nurse. Senile purpura. I noticed similar symptoms long ago, and since i started double rinsing my clothing (especially PJs because you're in them for extended period of time with the fabric right against the skin). If not, we suggest you ask about your symptoms at your next regular primary care appointment. It's great you're keeping a photo diary of these instances. I've developed bruises on both arms, both in the same place. 5. Should i be concerned? My son has the same thing but on his face & chest. All Rights Reserved. Are you a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient? If so, you can actually message your doctor through My Marshfield Clinic; no appointment needed: https://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Went for blood test regards these bruising. Generally speaking, if your bruises show any of the following signs, we suggest you see your doctor: 5. We recommend talking to your primary care provider. Check out these best-sellers and special offers on books and newsletters from Mayo Clinic Press. Possibly gout. any insight to this would be helpful. Your doctor knows your medical history and current conditions best. These form when blood pools under your skin. My stomach is hurting I have blood coming from my nose. U might want to make an appt w/one in ur area & have a CBC (I think that's what it is) count. Have you been to the doctor to find out the cause? I have 2 very large very dark red looks like bruises on my lower abdomen. Its not painful, not even if I press on it, but it wont go away. Approach to the patient with bleeding and thrombosis. It has been increasing. They don't itch or hurt. Hi, Tasha. She's 17. Thanks Jake, I have one on my forearm too. "This bruising should definitely be checked out soon, acute illnesses can trigger additional health problems. She should get these bruises checked out, and be seen by a provider for additional health history and work-up. What could this be? Any ideas? 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. Due to their extensive knowledge of your medical history and past conditions, they can best advise you about why the bruises could be appearing. As mentioned in the story, it is not uncommon to see random bruising on the limbs. Thank you for reaching out. i'm 28 and just realized the same thing happen out of nowhere (two weird bruises.) Nothing has helped. We appreciate you reaching out. Also, bed bugs sometimes leave a string of tiny dot bites. HI! Due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions, they can best advise you. Your doctor should always welcome your questions and concerns; there is no reason to feel stupid. Thank you. Bruises look like big purple spots with clear edges, and youre younger than 65. They do not want to hear "see your doctor" as that is a given. These occur because there is a rupture of the blood vessels after a crash of a certain intensity. He went to the doctor but received no explanation. Tonight it was a painful bruise on a toe. Would you suggest I see my primary family medicine doctor or my neurologist. Some steroids The story goes into further details about these descriptions. Hello I have bruises all on my lower back and it hurts but I never hit it or did anything. https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/ This means even a small bump causes the skin to bleed from underneath. Due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions, they can best advise you. If you do not have a medical provider, but are looking for one, you can find our list of doctors and their contact information here: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/doctors. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. Hi, Kathy. Good going, just have yourself a terrible rating to deter patients from going there. I have got a lot of bruises all wrong my wrist tummy and back, I also get a lot of pain in my elbow bones, I'm a bit worried as I have had large hemorrhage when I had my son! Todayday 4 it doesn't hurt unless touched but I found 2 more serious looking bruises on the same arm that were not there yesterday. No trauma or injuries of any sort. In general, "Call the doctor if a bruise does not improve within two weeks or fails to completely clear after three or four weeks." If so, your parents or guardians can help you ask your doctor about your bruise through messaging on My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Sometimes only a slight bump results in a nasty bruise." A while ago, I've noticed many (like 4) small "bruises" or discolorations on my upper back. Hi, I'm a 16yr old girl and I've had this ONE bruise in the middle, at the bottom of my ribs for weeks. I'll contact a couple providers and see if they have any general information to provide you. When certain We recommend you talk to your doctor about specific bruise-related questions. Hi. Most bruises eventually disappear as the body reabsorbs the blood, although healing might take longer as you age. Is this worry some? This is partly because we want to protect your privacy. We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. No nose bleeds and its nit painful at all. He or she knows you best. I told her to get blood work done ASAP. 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. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can message your doctor via My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. My aunt could barely walk because of swelling ankles, etc. did you ever find out what this was? A few years ago I noticed this happening more often. Which I think is a total waste of time even suggesting people ask questions , total waste of time in my eye. Hi 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. 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. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. I recommend either a hematologist or rheumatologist consult for this young patient. Patients who are hospitalized with more severe cases of COVID-19 are exhibiting several skin conditions other than COVID toe. Bleeding into the joints that causes swelling or bruising may be a sign of a bleeding disorder.'. It is not responsible for us to provide suggestions without context. And it's an L not a one for my email. What could it be. Have you shared these symptoms and questions with your doctor? Marshfield Clinic patients can contact their provider via My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Then youre left with a long-term bruise, which can be extremely frustrating. I wonder whats causing it. What is the point pin sending questions when your answer is always to "talk to your doctor"? This is why it is important to bring these concerns forward to a primary care provider. bruises on stomach ,abdomen under the breast in underarm from months ,which initially in purple then tends to black color n increasing ! We suggest you reach out to him/her regarding your bruising concerns. The bruising is not dark purple, its radiant plum. Bruises look like a mark on You should share your concerns with your doctor at your next primary care appointment. Bruising Hands And Arms - American Osteopathic College of We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. If you are concerned about your bruises, we suggest connecting with your doctor who is more familiar with your conditions and medical history. You'll soon start receiving the latest Mayo Clinic health information you requested in your inbox. Thank you! What else could it be. bruising I do have fair skin. Unexplained bruises that occur easily or for no apparent reason may indicate a bleeding disorder, As always, we do suggest bringing this concern to your provider during your next appointment. Confronting abusive injuries in dermatology: Ethical and legal considerations. Some are small some are big, but mainly like little small mosquito bumps that are bruises. We strongly recommend talking directly with your doctor about the bruising you are experiencing. 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. There are two knots in the middle where it cleared. Should I go to my doctor about this? Bruise: When Hi Alyssa, Unexplained bruise We cannot give medical advice specific to you on our blog. Corticosteroids thin the skin, making it easier to bruise. Thanks. Your doctor has all that information or can obtain it from talking with you personally to give you the best answers to your questions. These people want REAL answers, actual HELPFUL things. They are best able to answer your questions according to your medical history and current conditions. What do i have and what should i do ? I don't like to keep contacting the consultant or our GP, I feel we have a hotline to them already, any advice. Could this bruise come from lack of nutrients? My rheumy says that its a symptom to my disease which they have categorized as unspecified connective tissue disease but Im starting to think that its something else as this has never happened before. Theyre caused by a blood vessel break. However, if a bruise persists, changes in size, or looks unusual, there may be an underlying condition Thanks for any help/advice . I have an oval shaped bruise in the center of my back (no trauma) and a bunch of red spots above it. Bruises and Blood Spots Under the Skin Candy said bruising on the legs is not uncommon, "Unexplained bruising usually appears on the arms and lower legs. They can best advise you due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions. Do you have any ideas what could be the cause? It must be very frustrating for some people who do not have insurance or a primary care provider to keep hearing, 'Go see your doctor,' but truthfully, these skin areas need to be visualized and a full health history needs to be taken. I have about 11 bruises; all around the same size, in a circle shape on the back of my left lower leg. Hi, i'm currently pregnant and got blood work done 8 days ago once the lady placed the needle in my arm she said it wasn't releasing blood she missed the vein and instead of pulling it out to try again she started to wiggle the needle left to right and finally said okay i found the vein but it is coming really slow its gonna take awhile after leaving i got a huge bruise on the top of my arm where she placed the needle it's at least 2 inches long and hasn't gotten better; it started off not that dark and as days go on its like dark purple almost as if blood in under my arm leaking and its black and green. In the mean time, you might check out sites like WebMD for insight: https://symptoms.webmd.com/default.htm. I wish Doctors and Chiropractors would work as a team. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can ask your provider about your bruises through secure messaging on My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, What could it be if unexaplain bruising on feet with swelling and then the pain goes to the wrist. Small, pinhead-sized red spots on the skin (called petechiae) may be a sign of leukaemia. I'm sorry to hear about your recurring bruise. I have a swollen lymph node on my right side. Gave me ibuprofen and a muscle relaxer and some stretches to do. Thank you for reaching out. I am on my 6th day of antibiotics. WebAchenbach syndrome refers to sudden, unexplained bruising of one or more fingers. It was weird that something so minor and didn't really hurt all that much would cause such bruising when I never bruised easily before, but it seemed to be the cause. We recommend seeing a doctor about your bruise as soon as you can. Your doctor knows your medical history and current conditions best. Blood vessels pop easily and hurt in my hands this happens off and on. -Kirstie. Please contact your primary care provider for concerning bruises. Hi did you find out what caused the bruise? Some medications and supplements associated with bruising include: NSAIDs (aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen) ", We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum and do suggest your husband ask his primary care provider about his bruising at his next regular appointment. Tell your health care provider or pharmacist if a medication makes you dizzy or sleepy. I'm only 36 I'm in great health no problems at all. High-dose flu vaccines: How are they different from other flu vaccines? i'm confused too. I have not gone to a Dr. yet. Just trying to find answers. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. These characteristically blue bruises appear for no known reason, such as trauma to the finger. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider. Oh, for immediate relief, slather on some Sarna or Gold Bond lotion right before hitting the sheets, and that might be all you need. At least a little. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911. If the bruises continue and it's not related to anemia or vitamin deficiencies, I highly recommend & encourage you to see a Rheumatoid and hematology physicians. Not to mention it did hurt and did some swelling seemed like on the muscle itself then a day are two after the darkness appeared. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. Thank you! For starters. 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. I had these strange long, thin, line-like bruises across my upper thighs. i have a history of anemia, and Im on psych meds for schizoaffective disorder. Haulers' Can Have Skin Symptoms For Months And the Dr. could not see anything on the X-ray .He said it must be an inward bruise. Your provider might tell you to avoid certain nonprescription medications or supplements. Or any other potential causes? My legs get really hot and feel very heavy accompanied with extreme pain. So I have different shapes and coloured bruises all over my legs, one leg is worse than the other. Not seeing this type of bruising exactly. Also, good to have as much family history as u can. You may opt-out of email communications at any time by clicking on Unexplained bruising is common for a certain type of anemia, known as aplastic anemia. To make it worse, blood vessels become fragile too. Wow, the same exact thing here. I don't have a doctor. Thank you for reaching out. Still, thats typically not on palm-side of the fingers, which is what you describe. I was diagnosed with multiple diseases and bloodcloting disorders within weeks and I didn't even realize I was sick. It has always been like that. He/she can best answer your question. Shortness of breath (breathlessness) Drenching night sweats. He said they don't hurt and never knew they were there. She lied and said yes, even though she recently had an abortion and they have not been regular at all. I am concerned and calling his Dr. first thing in the morning but was wondering if anyone knew. WebBruises form when small blood vessels under the skin tear or rupture, most often from a bump or fall. I was tested for leukemia and the results were negative. Also will they go away? Hi, Chelsea. No idea how they got there. https://shine365.marshfieldclinic.org/shine365-comment-policy/, Thank you for reading Shine365. Yes, anemia can cause bruising. I get perfect round bruises on my forearm inch round, but they go away in one day. I have no idea how it got there and I didn't fall or hit it. What is the point of this site if you obviously cant properly advise beyond go see your doctor? I experienced something similar when we moved into a different house. Make Shine365 part of your daily routine. People obviously came to this site thinking they'd get real answers and you just tell them to see their doctor like they haven't thought of that??? You are correct, KC. I found a vitamin C called Lipospheric Vitamin C in packets. They are most aware of your medical history and past conditions so they can best advise you. Unfortunately, we cannot provide medical advice on this forum and do not know enough about your previous medical history or condition. Have bruises on my back about 4 of them have low white blood cells. Hi my name is Kyle, and frequently as every 2 3 days i get bruises that show up on either my left or right arm in random areas never below the elbow though. They are no where else on my body except legs. Im concerned because one first randomly appeared on the back of my thigh about 2 days ago, and this morning I woke up with another. Thank you. Lana. Hope you figure(d) it out . She feels fine, the bruises do hit have pupura or cleat edges. Some antibiotics and antidepressants also might be associated with clotting problems. We suggest reaching out to your primary care provider who knows your medical history and current conditions. Is your situation similar? Any ideas? Until then, you might explore our site or sites like WebMD: Hi since new year's eve, I have had bruising everywhere, my periods have stopped & I'm shaking all the time. I'm clumsy so I didn't think much of it until recently - last month and then again this month I've woken up with a pattern of weird light purple bruises all over my right thigh and random rash/bruise on my crotch and hip. Hi, Paulette. 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. Did it finally go away? I know I didnt bump anything. An infection that causes the buildup of toxin in the blood or tissues ( Thanks Jake, Hello, I was wondering if you could tell me what my be causing swelling in my feet and calves accompanied with red and inflamed areas and extremely painful when the swelling and inflammation subsided then the area that was red and inflamed feels and shows bruising, elevating the feet and legs helps relieve some what but does not stay away long. Your doctor is most aware of your medical history and can best advise you. I got a big bruise on the top of my foot. Then a couple hours later, the entire abdomen above the navel appears to be bruising. Of course I will see my doctor. The comment section is a place to engage in conversation with fellow readers. Bruises may be sore or painful to the touch as they heal. I have not been physically abused, fallen, or have pain and itching on any of these sites. The blood product of this rupture leaks to the soft tissue under the skin, resulting in those dark-colored marks that usually take several weeks to disappear. Had some blood tests, an ultrasound and a chest x-ray, was told to see an gastroenterologist and schedule a colonoscopy , but couldnt get an appointment sooner than May, and meanwhile it all went away. We recommend talking to your doctor about the bruising you are experiencing. I only take a synthroid pill daily. Any suggestions? The Shine365 comment policy explains this: https://shine365.marshfieldclinic.org/shine365-comment-policy/. Prescription and over-the-counter medications and nutrition supplements can make you bruise more easily. This content does not have an English version. I don't remember it taking this long to heal the last time I did that. 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? Thought My husband did it while im sleeping but he swore he didnt do ot now im very concern. Haven't had health insurance since my ex divorced me after taking everything I had. Thank you for reaching out. He's got no other symptoms. 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. 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. In which ,,, my levels r tested every 3 months to make sure they don't get below the levels to where transfusion is needed. They dont hurt. Theres a few the same on the back of right lower leg too. As bruises (contusions) heal, they often turn colors, including purplish black, reddish blue, or yellowish green. My mother is 75 and her leg really hurt all of a sudden one day. Have you shared your question with your doctor? Accessed March 14, 2022. I asked Candy about your concerns and symptoms. I take a blood thinner and lately I have been taking Motrin. Like most teens I was very active and didn't take care of myself the best. These spots, called purpura, are common in older adults but may be a sign of inflamed blood vessels in younger people.

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