-Kirstie, I am noticng dime & quarter size black & blue bruises under belly button.??? The bruising is not dark purple, its radiant plum. Not seeing this type of bruising exactly. Thanks. Hello Heather We cannot provide medical advice on this platform. Bruises, also called contusions, occur when trauma damages or ruptures tiny blood vessels beneath the skin. They would be able to provide some guidance as they're familiar with your medical history and current conditions. 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. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. Any help. This allows enough blood to leak out under the skin to cause a bruise. 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). It took weeks to disappear. It doesnt hurt. Thank you for reaching out. His dentist told him it is possible it comes from teeth-grinding which my brother does in his sleep a lot. The bruise is still there and the lump, Hi, Raj. Im having the same type of problem with bruising. Thank you! 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. Blood leaks into tissues under the skin and causes the black-and-blue color. Could this discoloration be the results of the slipped discs? Im rly curious bc my sister has the same thing on the front of her legs. This is why we encourage you see your doctor. Yesterday morning I took a shower & I was fine, no bruise. Thanks! Unfortunately, we cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. I had my legs crossed with on foot on the other for maybe five minutes. The injury causes tiny blood vessels called Then youre left with a long-term bruise, which can be extremely frustrating. Is this normal? If you are a Mayo Clinic patient, this could Ive had no trauma to my abdomen whatsoever. I figured it was a nervous thing but I only bruise on my legs but itch all over! I have a rare immune disorder called Antiphospholipid syndrome, which makes me more prone to blood clots, infections, & even cancers, along with many more symptoms associated with it that can be debilitating sometimes & even dangerous. I am a 39yo female with Crohn's disease and bad urine since January when I also had bad liver count. Rather be safe than sorry if it is a sign of something and you wait too long it could be too late. Most bruises eventually disappear as the body reabsorbs the blood, although healing might take longer as you age. I also experience internal pain down to the pit of my stomach and down the left side of my ribs sometimes. My name is Jashetta and for the past month Ive been having bruises pop up all over my legs. I have another bigger bruise on my right arm I noticed it a day or two earlier. Thought My husband did it while im sleeping but he swore he didnt do ot now im very concern. We cannot give individualized medical advice on our blog. Well, hope it helps maybe anyway or helps some others. There was mild pain (like a golf ball), burning pain and an aching feeling which have all subsided just a week ago but the light plum colored bruising which goes all the way back to the buttocks and 1/2 down thighs is still there. Hi! I have no other symptoms and I feel completely fine. Should I be concerned? -Kirstie, I'm almost 60 and for the past few years I get be using for no reason on my thighs my arms and now on my hand so I had my blood checked said it was ok my white cell count was only a few numbers off other than that I'm ok normal weight, I have a scab I don't know what from if has grown in a couple of days the scab is hard to push down then has my regular skin coler then turns into a dark red turning as it goes down into purple then goes away the whole thing is about the length of my index fingure im 22 year old male, my scab is yellow am scared has been growing layer flaked am now unable to ride bycycle 33 yr old female. Theyre caused by a blood vessel break. Until then, you might explore our site or sites like WebMD: Fainting during urination (micturition syncope): What causes it? I bruise easily. Generally, harder blows cause larger bruises. Please, in your opinion, answer my question! Steroids: Corticosteroids can cause the skin to become thinner, and as a result, blood vessels lie nearer to the surface. hello my name is kaeleigh and i am 16 yrs old i have this big lump on my lower left back and i have been filling very week and just don't fill my normal self anymore i need some advice i really don't like doctors they scare me !! If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can message your doctor on My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic, I badly bruised my two middle fingers on both hand when fell. I didnt hit anything there. They were itchy before a bruise appeared. Hi, Kathy. I have them as well. I am 13 years old. Either way, I admire you for not losing it on any of these peeps , I've been suffering with abdominal pain for abit now and recently started noticing random bruises going down my stomach I have no idea how and why. Blood vessels pop easily and hurt in my hands this happens off and on. Is this cause for concern? Also, take one teaspoon of coconut oil dailyonly unrefined and cold pressed (do not buy anything else because it will contain chemicals and do not buy MCT oil because the lauric acid has been removed). We cannot provide individualized medical advice on this forum. In the meantime, what could these all be from? Hi, Rabia. Bruising or bleeding that is unexplained. What throws me off is when I do it in my sleep. Like most teens I was very active and didn't take care of myself the best. If you can see a doctor, you'll get the most accurate guidance there. Bruises travel with gravity and yes they usually turn green. Unexplained bruising usually isnt something to worry about. I do tend to bruise easily, but I at least typically know what a bruise is from. She ended up going to the ER at night and they noticed bruising on her upper groin area. At any time you are concerned with your health or symptom's you're experiencing, we strongly advise you to contact your care team. Did you find out about your bruises? Definitely get checked right away if you are having that kind of bruising. Have you asked your primary care provider these questions? She suggests bringing this to the attention of your primary care provider who knows your current medication use, medication history and conditions. ive never done anything the day before or the night before to cause them forming they just sort of showed up. Still, thats typically not on palm-side of the fingers, which is what you describe. WebScore: 4.2/5 (59 votes) . Hello, its been happening for as long as I can remember, sometimes in my sleep, unexplainable itching that wont go away and I cant stop scratching, only on my upper thighs and behind my knees. There's been no trauma and no pain. He finally stopped using a wheelchair 3 months ago and walking unaided 2 months ago now although has a long road ahead of him. They feel like bruises and are clear around the edges. Certain medications may contribute to easy bruising by decreasing the blood's ability to clot. Sarah I have that too, from 3 months ago ,it is start when I start university becomes am studying art I take much things with me my backpack so heavy and am walk a lot since take it on my back and am skinny girl so take huge thing with me and walk was problem to my body ,it's hurt much when I go to sleep. We appreciate you taking the time to reach out. You notice a lot more bruises than normal or bruises in unusual places (back, abdomen and upper thighs). Thank you! We recommend reaching out to your provider as soon as you can about the bruises. Thanks for any help/advice . Hi, Sherry. If this is not a medical emergency, we suggest sharing the information with your doctor. 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. Be Well. I fell on a section of stairs and landed on my bum, thus was 3 days ago. If you are searching for a primary care provider, we suggest you start here: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/doctors/. Please tell me what should i do!? It might help to elevate the affected area and apply ice. Sue I apologize; we cannot give individualized medical advice on our blog. Several months ago we noticed several bruises on both my husbands forearms and biceps. We send best wishes to your grandson and hope his pediatrician can help provide answers. I started sitting only on comfortable chairs with enough cushion or stood up if no other option, and bruising began going away and is now gone. I was getting bad bruising on my legs when I was on a different BC pill i was never on. Review/update the I'm a "relatively" healthy 30yo female. I am not a medical professional in any way. These resources may help you in your information search: https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/qa/can-drinking-alcohol-cause-bruising Source: https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/guide/bruises-article, If you are a Marshfield Clinic Health System patient, you can ask your doctor about the small lump without a visit by messaging through My Marshfield Clinic: http://marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. I was diagnosed with multiple diseases and bloodcloting disorders within weeks and I didn't even realize I was sick. Muscle is still sore with bruise getting darker. The comment section is a place to engage in conversation with fellow readers. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can message your doctor via My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. include protected health information. Hi, I have had 2 or 3 bruises on the inside if my arm for about a month. Im in my late 50s. Hope this may help!!! Due to their knowledge of your medical history and past conditions, they can best advise you. I have two small size bruises on the collarbone?? Thank you for your question. If so, could you please let me know if I should be concerned? We recommend contacting your doctor as soon as you can. If you think a bruise is trauma-related, using an ice pack and elevating the affected area can help to decrease swelling in the first 24 hours, Jahn said. It has always been like that. I noticed the bruising got worse the more I sat on hard chairs (not even that hard, chairs with firm really flat cushioning bothered me too) and continued the longer I didn't stay away from sitting on hard surfaces. Unexplained bruising Swelling in the abdomen Spider-like red spots on your skin Enlarged breasts Fatigue Confusion Yellowing of skin and eyes Vomiting blood Dark i'm 28 and just realized the same thing happen out of nowhere (two weird bruises.) Hi, Andy. This doesn't mean it is not a real phenomenon though; it's just not my area of expertise. My thighs are covered in bruises. We cannot provide individualized medical advice on our blog and strongly suggest you contact your doctor anytime you become concerned with your health. Our provider ratings make it easier to find a doctor who fits you personally. My name is Melody and Im 51. They can advise you best since they are most aware of your medical history and past conditions. Ive been doing the stretches and finally used the meds when I couldnt tolerate the pain anymore. Hi, Mary. She bit my arm the other day and it immediately swelled and bruised. Hi, Elizabeth. My mum has T Cell Large Granular Lymphocytic Leukemia & my mums sister died of leukemia at a young age. 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. You notice a lot more bruises than normal or bruises in unusual places. Thank you for reaching out, Cameron. There are red scratches by the bruise as well. I was having a shower and I washed my right leg, or went to before I found 2 random bruises. They can help you understand next steps, as they'll be able to ask questions about your medications, medical history and current conditions. I woke up with a bruise the size of a silver dollar. Hi I am a 65 years old and an alcoholic. Do they just thin your blood? Most bruises are harmless and go away without treatment. I don't know if this is a bruise or something, but it's just like a bump skin when you get bump your head into something. If you are a Marshfield Clinic patient, you can reach out to your provider directly through messaging on My Marshfield Clinic: https://www.marshfieldclinic.org/mymarshfieldclinic. Hi, Mark. Is your situation similar? However, if you bruise easily, even a minor bump can result in a substantial bruise.