Question 1

after sitting in a metal chair with a diamond pattern, my bf got a bruise on his back/butt in the pattern of the chair's holes. is it a blood problem?

Accepted Answer

Bruising from chair: Anyone can get minor bruising from a metal chair with a diamond mesh-like pattern.  It can happen more easily if someone took aspirin or ibuprofen recently.  A blood problem would only be a concern if the bruising was extreme, if the person is taking a blood thinner like warfarin, or if there is a family history of blood problems like hemophilia.

Question 2

can you bruise kidney falling on your back?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Although the kidneys are protected by strong back muscles and the ribs.  It would take a severe injury to cause hemorrhage to the kidney.  Pain is likely coming from the muscles in your back.  If you blood in your urine or pain persists, see your doctor.

Question 3

what does it mean if my spine feels bruised?

Accepted Answer

Hard to say: There are multiple potential causes of back pain that feels like it is up and down the spinal column.  A detailed exam and perhaps an MRI will usually determine the cause.  Potential causes can include multi level degenerative disc disease, muscle spasm, or multiple level facet arthritis thy to name a few.  There are also inflammatory conditions that affect the spine such as ankylosing spondylitis.

Question 4

what conditions have back bruising as a symptom?

Accepted Answer

Bruising: Bruises are more common with age or deficiencies of vitamins b12, c, or k, or folic acid.
Rare diseases that could have symptomatic bruising include lupus, cirrhosis, vasculitis.
Some types of cancer, such as hodgkin's disease, leukemia, or multiple myeloma.  If you are concerned about symptoms, please contact your physician.

Question 5

if my spine is bruised how long does it take to heal?

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Depends on what: Is bruised.  If your vertebral bone is actually bruised, it might take up to 3 months.  But if it just muscle, much less.  Speak with your doctor, or othopedic specialist, for more precise prognosis.

Question 6

fell on my back. bruised. back at a tilt. really hurts?

Accepted Answer

Needs to be checked: You should make an appointment with your GP or go to the Emergency department of nearest hospital to be examined for the extent of injuries and appropriate treatment

Question 7

should i see a dr. if my back hurts and my spin feels bruised?

Accepted Answer

See a provider: Since your symptoms are different enough to ask for help it is a good idea for you to see a health care provider for them.

Question 8

i fell with my offroad i have bruises on my back what sould i do?

Accepted Answer

Exam: Get examined by physician and receive tetanus vaccine if you have abrasions and your vaccination  is outdated.

Question 9

very top left of my spine feels bruised to touch what could cause this?

Accepted Answer

Spinal pain: Likely sprain or strain. Consider overuse.

Question 10

why does my spine feels like its bruised every time i touch or with massage?

Accepted Answer

Nerves: The back area can be more painful because it is so close to the spinal cord... It can be desensitized and improve ... See a back specialist if it worsens.

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After sitting in a metal chair with a diamond pattern, my bf got a bruise on his back/butt in the pattern of the chair's holes. is it a blood problem?

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Can you bruise kidney falling on your back?

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What does it mean if my spine feels bruised?

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What conditions have back bruising as a symptom?

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If my spine is bruised how long does it take to heal?

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Fell on my back. bruised. back at a tilt. really hurts?

A member asked:

Should i see a dr. if my back hurts and my spin feels bruised?

A member asked:

I fell with my offroad i have bruises on my back what sould i do?

A member asked:

Very top left of my spine feels bruised to touch what could cause this?

A member asked:

Why does my spine feels like its bruised every time i touch or with massage?

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