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What Causes Bruises On The Arms And Severe Hair Loss?

I have developed unusual hemorrahing on my arms under the skin with minimal contact, hair loss that happened 6 months ago and has now exacerbated, fatigue, and abdominal bloating. Also weight gain that can be significant at times even with fluid pills. My protein level is a little low at 5. The hair loss and under skin hemorrhage is significant. I have high bop and osteoarthritis in my knees. I work every day. B12 and folate is normal,not anemic, becoming depressed. My legs swell most days to 2x normal size. I saw my FD and was told I m overweight and this is causing my symptoms. I weigh 215 and am 5 7 . I am also a RN. Any suggestions as to what route to pursue this. All other camp and CBC are normal. I take Niphedipine,metoprolol and loser tan for bp.
Mon, 13 Aug 2018
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Welcome to ' Ask a doctor ' service ,please note that ask your doctor to substitute nifedipine .

Also get assessed for thyroid status and go for ultrasound abdomen to rule out any liver or kidney problem.

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What Causes Bruises On The Arms And Severe Hair Loss?

Welcome to Ask a doctor service ,please note that ask your doctor to substitute nifedipine . Also get assessed for thyroid status and go for ultrasound abdomen to rule out any liver or kidney problem. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.