Bruising unexplained

Yes, my vit d was a little low so I started taking supplements. Last check in the normal range. Haven't had vit c done, but has come across my mind. Never heard of cellular fragility, I'll look this up. I've read a little on vit k too, will see if gp can check these. Thanks for the reply.

Update:

I went to gp to talk about bruises. She did some regular panels and checked vit k. Everything pretty normal. Told me to back to a hematologist.
I asked if it could be vascular but she said my bruises would not appear there if it was.

I will go, but this will be the last time if levels are normal. I've been having night sweats and lost 10 pounds unintentionally. Which the latter is odd.
Chronic inflammation is flared.
Boo, I wanna cry

This will explain the bruises!
https://www.livestrong.com/article/13767752-this-is-why-some-people-bruise-so-easily/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=08312024_curated&y=7de71bba5cea5963426e78ea92021f6544bba5cad760cebb366d48ff9486c4f8&z=56d8d0d0ff60b726ee84f0300ffeb50e561ac37e

Certainly explains all the possibilities for bruising. Now I would have, based on the above article, (and take it with you to your PCP) a complete physical!

If bruises are large, swollen or painful with no history of trauma, vasculitis could be a cause. It is inflammation of the blood vessels and associated with autoimmune disorders. Certain lab tests for inflammation (sedimentation rate and C reactive protein (CRP) are elevated as well as ANCA antibodies. I would suggest you see your hematologist immediately and take pictures of the bruises since they change. If it is vasculitis, other blood tests should be done to check for associated disorders. Please let us know how this turns out.

I have the same problem. It seems to be getting worse as I get older. My cardiologist insists that I continue taking 81 mg of aspirin daily for my carotid stenosis.
I use arnica and a product called “Derm Med cream” which help speed up removal of the red blotches but not fast enough. Anyone have a better idea?

I have been taking Brukinsa for 3 months as treatment for Waldenstrom's Macroglobulinemia and noticed some unexplained bruising, which is a side effect of the meds. It was most obvious the first month, but has subsided. I have also changed my diet to mostly plant based, eliminating animal protein in favor of beans, legumes, protein smoothies, etc. I do occasionally eat some fish. My last check up Sept. 16th showed marked improvement in my blood work and bruising is rarely occurring.
Wishing everyone the best as you navigate through your health challenges.

That is helpful to know @floann9, that bruising is a known side effect of Brukinsa (zanubrutinib) and that for you it subsided after the first month. Is the treatment working well for you?

i discovered vitamin C helps me stop bruising

Bruises on the forearms are very common as we age. They can be quite large, dark and unsightly, often occurring from minimal trauma like a minor bump or just scratching an itch. It is called senile purpura. It’s worse if you’re on baby aspirin, prednisone or NSAIDS. The baby aspirin can be life saving by preventing heart attack or stroke so best to stay on it if you’re at high risk or dr recommends it and put up with the bruises. I have this and look forward to fall when I can wear long sleeves. Our skin gets thin and capillaries get fragile as we age. Vit C does help with capillary fragility. I have tried Arnica and Vit K cream but don’t see enough difference to make it worthwhile. I’m just trying to accept all these maladies of old age if they are cosmetic and not hurting me in any way. 😊