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Bruising without any apparent injury. one on buttock very tender and bluish green one on back of forearm reddish brown. what causes this.
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See your doctor: Unexplained bruising may represent a serious condition such as anemia or a clotting disorder. See your doctor asap for further evaluation including some blood tests.
Answered 8/13/2016
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