A member asked:

Lately i have been getting very large bruises on my legs & thighs. i know how some happened but not others. the bruise i got just yesterday is huge, like the size of the old dollar coins. cause?

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Easy bruising: Low platelet count due to ITP or other reasons can do it. See your doctor to get some blood test done.

Answered 6/21/2015

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Dr. Jerome Litt answered

Specializes in Dermatology

LARGE BRUISES: HOW LONG HAS THIS BEEN GOING ON? DO YOU TAKE ANY MEDICATIONS? ARE YOU IN GOOD HEALTH? HOW "LATELY" IS LATELY? SSEE YOUR GENERAL DOCTOR SOON!

Answered 6/15/2015

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