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Multiple Bruises on Legs
I've always gotten bruises easily but the last couple months it has gotten way worse. It's mostly on my legs and if I could take a pic you would be shocked. I have SO many bruises on my legs that I haven't worn shorts in the last few weeks of summer. I have been doing renovations so yes I've bumped my legs many times and have bruises where my legs have been leaning on a ladder but I have unexplained ones or I even get them when I simply scratch myself.
Would this be an iron deficiency? Anemia? What can I do to help this....it's driving me INSANE!!
Would this be an iron deficiency? Anemia? What can I do to help this....it's driving me INSANE!!
Thanks so much. I've thought about going to the doctors to get bloodwork done but keep putting it off. I should make an appointment.
I am on thyroid medication but I've been taking it for a very long time. My bruises have only been really bad the last few months.
I am on thyroid medication but I've been taking it for a very long time. My bruises have only been really bad the last few months.
Hi,
I am anemic and usually when my legs bruise real bad like yours do, I know my iron is way too low. Do you get tired easily? I would suggest going to the doctor and getting some blood drawn just to make sure everything is ok. Also, my Aunt is on meds (not sure what), and they make her bruise like crazy, but on her arms. If you are on any type of medication, maybe you could check with the pharmacist to see if the bruising is related to the meds. Good luck and let us know how it goes :)
I am anemic and usually when my legs bruise real bad like yours do, I know my iron is way too low. Do you get tired easily? I would suggest going to the doctor and getting some blood drawn just to make sure everything is ok. Also, my Aunt is on meds (not sure what), and they make her bruise like crazy, but on her arms. If you are on any type of medication, maybe you could check with the pharmacist to see if the bruising is related to the meds. Good luck and let us know how it goes :)
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