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I keep getting these bruise like marks on my arms. they are a deep red. what causes this? they fade in about a week gradually
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Meds or fragile skin: Meds like Aspirin or blood thinners ( Coumadin (warfarin) etc) and having rather fragile skin/blood vessels. Some day to day activities around the house or work can hurt the skin (without breaking it) to cause a bruise.
Answered 6/24/2014
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