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Are there any magic cures for under the skin bleeding in "thin-skinned" elderly patients?

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Dr. Sanjay Kumar answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Bruising: Avoid scratching, minor bumps and injuries. Wear protective clothing. Prevent excessive dryness of skin. Apply an emollient such as mineral oil after bath. Blood thinner drugs and corticosteroids increase bruising tendency. Blood tests for platelet count should be checked.

Answered 1/21/2019

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