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I have notice a very strange pattern, where i basically "break out" in bruises all over my body when i start my menstrual cycle. any reasonings?

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Dr. Antoanella Calame answered

Specializes in Pathology

Eat More Greens: I recommend that you eat more greens, your body is loosing a lot of blood while on your period and the lose of iron is the reason for increased bruising. Try eating more greens to replenish your iron and the bruising should stop or improve.

Dr Del Valle agreed

Answered 10/1/2013

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