Question 1

can having factor five leiden cause a person to bruise easily ? i feel like any little thing and a new bruise pops up and im not on blood thinners. thank you?

Accepted Answer

: Factor five Leiden deficiency does cause easy bruising. There are many other reasons for easy bruising which should also be invesitgated.

Question 2

what causes me to bruise easily all of a sudden?

Accepted Answer

Several causes: This is a problem that necessitates a face-to-face meeting with your doctor.  This will allow him/her to examine you, ask specific questions. And possibly order tests to find out what's wrong and what to do to help you.

Question 3

does lipedema every present without pain? if no, then what other conditions can cause a thicker legged appearance that bruise easily?

Accepted Answer

: Lymphedema is not always painful. It is more uncomfortable when the lymphedema areas are bigger. If there is obesity, weight loss is helpful. If it is not clear if the areas are lymphedema, have it evaluated by your doctor. Good luck to you!

Question 4

mpv levels are 12.6, and platelet levels are within normal range. i have pain in my bones, and bruise easily. what could be the possible cause and remediation for the elevated mpv levels?

Accepted Answer

: I cannot translate MPV and what i means in Texas. Never use abbreviations in medicine. Can be deadly. Mean platelet volume? Mean Packed Volume? or what and always give the labs normal values for women like you.

Question 5

65 year old female and frequent, lengthy nose bleeds.  bruise easily -cause?

Accepted Answer

Bleeding disorder?: I would like to get a thorough history: has this been happening for many years or is it recent? The most common cause is taking an anticoagulant, like aspirin, or vitamin e, garlic, Ibuprofen etc. Would also probably get a platelet count.  Usually it's nothing major, but it should get checked out.

Question 6

sometimes my thighs and arms bruise easily for no reason. had physical exam 8 months ago w/ normal results. could it be luekemia or something serious?

Accepted Answer

Get a recheck: Bruising means bleeding under the skin. There are many possible causes for it. You should go see your doctor who can check your CBC(complete blood count) and rule out any serious causes like Leukemia or any other disease like Leukemia which can affect(decrease) your platelet count or impair your platelet function (taking Aspirin is one such drug that can cause bruises due to platelet malfunction).

Question 7

are my symptoms all in my head? i went to get a cbc in february and everything came back fine. i still feel tired, bruise easily, and have horrible shortness of breath for no reason. could leukemia have developed between now and then? should i get a secon

Accepted Answer

Get checked again: You should go right away to get a check of your complete blood count. Leukemias can arise very quickly and often occur in younger people. Your bruising may be due to low platelets and your shortness of breath may be due to low hemoglobin.

Question 8

wife in good health, takes vita, but recently started to bruise easily. taking naproxen sodium for foot pain subscribed by dr, could that be cause?

Accepted Answer

Yes: All nonsteroidal  meds can increase the risk of some bleeding which is what bruising is.

Question 9

my skin is very sensitive.  if i touch my chest, even lightly, i get red rash and bruise easily.  is this a cause for concern?  vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Dermatographism?: ... is a skin disorder seen in 4–5% of the world's population and is one of the most common types of urticaria, in which the skin becomes raised and inflamed when stroked, scratched, rubbed, and sometimes even slapped.

Question 10

which vitamin is a person lacking if you bruise easily?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin K: Bruising easily, even without trauma, could signify a medical problem that needs attention.  Deficiency of vitamin k (found in dark green, leafy vegetables) also can cause you to bruise easily. A vitamin c deficiency could also be to blame.

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Can having factor five leiden cause a person to bruise easily ? i feel like any little thing and a new bruise pops up and im not on blood thinners. thank you?

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What causes me to bruise easily all of a sudden?

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Does lipedema every present without pain? if no, then what other conditions can cause a thicker legged appearance that bruise easily?

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Mpv levels are 12.6, and platelet levels are within normal range. i have pain in my bones, and bruise easily. what could be the possible cause and remediation for the elevated mpv levels?

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65 year old female and frequent, lengthy nose bleeds. bruise easily -cause?

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Sometimes my thighs and arms bruise easily for no reason. had physical exam 8 months ago w/ normal results. could it be luekemia or something serious?

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Are my symptoms all in my head? i went to get a cbc in february and everything came back fine. i still feel tired, bruise easily, and have horrible shortness of breath for no reason. could leukemia have developed between now and then? should i get a secon

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Wife in good health, takes vita, but recently started to bruise easily. taking naproxen sodium for foot pain subscribed by dr, could that be cause?

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My skin is very sensitive. if i touch my chest, even lightly, i get red rash and bruise easily. is this a cause for concern? vitamin deficiency?

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Which vitamin is a person lacking if you bruise easily?

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