Question 1

will my daughter get scars from chickenpox? my daughter scars and bruises easily, so i am concerned she might get lasting scars from the chickenpox she has now. is there anything i can do to reduce the chance of scars while she still has symptoms?

Accepted Answer

It : It is possible, but there is no way to predict whether it will occur.  If she does develop lesions do not allow her to pick at them.  Allow them to run their natural course.

Question 2

60 yr old woman bruises easily. why can this be?

Accepted Answer

Very common, many ex: Bruising is common in women as they age due to thinning of the skin, decreased estrogen. Whether this is abnormal increased bruising depends on blood counts, clotting tests, and whether any bleeding is also occurring. Suggest a medical visit.

Question 3

my lo bruises easily. she has bruises on both shins and they have not gone away. is this something to be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: You need to be evaluated by hematology and  have blood test ,CBC PT , and PTT to find the cause and to be treated.

Question 4

please tell me, could too much iron make bruises easily occur?

Accepted Answer

No: iron overload dose not cause bruises ,so you should see your doctor to have blood test to find the cause so be treated.

Question 5

the top of my back is regular and comfortable, however my lower back is curved when i sit, stand and bend over. it's uncomfortable and bruises easily.

Accepted Answer

Back curve: You MAY have a condition called scoliosis.  It is a curvature of the spine that is beyond what is typical.  You need to see your doctor who may refer you to a back doctor or chiropractor if indicated.  Peace and good health.

Question 6

does the fact that my baby bruises easily mean he has a vitamin deficiency?

Accepted Answer

No: As older infants and toddlers become mobile, they often fall and develop minor injuries.  Bruising on the legs, below the knees, is very common in toddlers.  However, easy bruising in non-mobile infants, bruising in uncommon places (back, stomach, upper thighs), or frequent nose or mouth bleeding might be a sign that something is wrong with your babies clotting system and needs medical attention.

Question 7

7 yr old bruises easily and they months to completely fade.  scars never fade. bug bites and small cuts are visible years later. some scars are keloid?

Accepted Answer

Delayed healing : The longer it takes to heal skin injuries , the more likely to scar.

Question 8

my daughter bruises easily, frequently bleeds from mouth and nose and experiences petechiae. shes had a complete blood count which was normal. what other causes are there for these symptoms?

Accepted Answer

ECCHYMOSIS: ECCHYMOSIS in a young woman demands prompt attention. You need full blood workup for clotting disorders and autoimmune problems. If you have had a recent URI you may have bone marrow supression and severe platelet deficiency.   IE  TTP VS ITP.  SEEK PROMPT MEDICAL EVALUATION . FACV level/MTHFR/PROTEIN C&amp;S/RPR/AT3/CIRCULATING LUPUS ANTICOAGULANT/ANTICARDIOLIPID ANTIBODY. Also HEE CONSULT

Question 9

why do i get bruised easily for the slightest grasp or sometimes i get it in a large portion of my body?

Accepted Answer

Platelets, vasc, etc: Low or dysfunctional platelets, vascular damage or inflammation or coagulation problem.

Question 10

do people with liver disease get bruised easily? if so, what disease would cause that?

Accepted Answer

If advanced disease: If liver disease has progressed significantly to cause a decline in production of clotting factors, or if there is low platelet production with cirrhosis, easy bruising may develop.

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Will my daughter get scars from chickenpox? my daughter scars and bruises easily, so i am concerned she might get lasting scars from the chickenpox she has now. is there anything i can do to reduce the chance of scars while she still has symptoms?

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60 yr old woman bruises easily. why can this be?

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My lo bruises easily. she has bruises on both shins and they have not gone away. is this something to be concerned about?

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Please tell me, could too much iron make bruises easily occur?

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The top of my back is regular and comfortable, however my lower back is curved when i sit, stand and bend over. it's uncomfortable and bruises easily.

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Does the fact that my baby bruises easily mean he has a vitamin deficiency?

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7 yr old bruises easily and they months to completely fade. scars never fade. bug bites and small cuts are visible years later. some scars are keloid?

A member asked:

My daughter bruises easily, frequently bleeds from mouth and nose and experiences petechiae. shes had a complete blood count which was normal. what other causes are there for these symptoms?

A member asked:

Why do i get bruised easily for the slightest grasp or sometimes i get it in a large portion of my body?

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Do people with liver disease get bruised easily? if so, what disease would cause that?

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