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31 Year Old Having Reddish Bruises On The Legs Without Injury. History Of Low Iron Count
I am a female 31 years old. 5ft 5in 150lbs. I woke up and had large bruises all over my legs. There were no signs of them the night before or if there were I did not notice them. They are purple in appearance and have some red in them. They were more red when i noticed them. Bright red and have turned more purple now. No majors known health problems. When I was pregnant over ten years ago I did have low iron count and have to take pills. Have no history of bruising easily either.Thank you for your time it is well appreciated
Thu, 11 Oct 2012
Hi
Low iron - now or before - has nothing to with bruises. They all change colour with time - doesn't mean anything in particular .
If they are large or many- as you suggest - the best thing will be to see doctor - you need to work up for a bleeding disorder. Sometimes, we may not be able to find out - but it is better to have it investigated. Often, we forget a minor injury, that could have been responsible.
Good luck
Low iron - now or before - has nothing to with bruises. They all change colour with time - doesn't mean anything in particular .
If they are large or many- as you suggest - the best thing will be to see doctor - you need to work up for a bleeding disorder. Sometimes, we may not be able to find out - but it is better to have it investigated. Often, we forget a minor injury, that could have been responsible.
Good luck
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