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by Answerbag Staff on February 25th, 2010

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Why is my skin bruising so easily?

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  • by Kristy Martz on February 25th, 2010

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    Bruising easily can be caused by several medical conditions. Bruising easily can be just one symptom of a more complicated medical condition. Easy bruising can also be caused by other factors such as age and certain medications.

    Hemophilia

    Easy bruising could be a symptom of hemophilia in males. Hemophilia is a blood-clotting disorder. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms include large or deep bruises, joint pain and swelling, unexplained bleeding or bruising, blood in urine or stool and prolonged bleeding from injuries.

    Von Willebrand Disease

    Skin can bruise easily with Von Willebrand Disease. This condition causes excessive bleeding. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms can include recurring nosebleeds, bleeding gums, increased menstrual flow, excessive bleeding from injuries, blood in urine or stool and bruising easily.

    Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome

    Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is a genetic disorder of the connective tissue. The Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation lists symptoms that include skin that is excessively stretchy, abnormal wound healing, hypermobile joints, easily dislocated joints, bruising easily and heart problems.

    Thrombocytopenia

    Thrombocytopenia is low blood platelet count. According to the Mayo Clinic, symptoms can include bruising easily, pinpoint-sized rash, prolonged bleeding from injuries, bleeding gums or nose, blood in urine or stool and heavy menstrual flow.

    Age

    As people age, their capillaries weaken which makes them bruise more easily, according to the Mayo Clinic. Also, skin becomes thinner with age which makes bruises appear to be worse.

    Medication

    Some medications can cause easy bruising. Blood-thinning drugs, corticosteroids and some dietary supplements can mean bruising more easily, as stated by the Mayo Clinic.

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    Mayo Clinic: Hemophilia

    Mayo Clinic: Von Willebrand Disease

    Ehlers-Danlos National Foundation

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  • by karlasim123 on December 8th, 2010

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    The result is the bruise that you can see. But sometimes you see bruising happening frequently for those who have thin skin. The skin is the reason for easy bruising that these people suffer from.

    Why thin skins are formed

    To know why thin skins suffer from easy bruising, we have to know first why s are formed in the first place. Formation of thin skin is a natural process due to aging; because when you age, the fatty layer in your skin that protected those blood vessels is slowly lost. The lining of capillaries and blood vessels also become weak and so the skin becomes thin. That is why seniors get bruised easily and most often, it is in their forearms. Easy bruising on legs also happens quite frequently. If you are exposing your skin to sun's harmful rays without a protection, then the chances of aging faster and getting faster, also increases.

    Getting thin skin due to medication

    Then there are medications that can also result in thinning of your skin. However, if you see you are getting easy bruising after taking up a medication routine, then don't stop it all together but have a discussion with your doctor regarding this. He is the best person to tell you what to do.

    How to prevent thinning of skin

    It is natural that your aging process will result in thin skin; but it is equally true that you can undertake methods to reduce this process. The main weapon in your hand is hydration. But that does not mean slapping all kinds of lotions on your skin; this will have a reverse effect! Hydration means having plenty of water; and supplement that with a consistent exercise program as weight fluctuation can be the reason behind thinner skin. If you don't want the skin in your body to thin, stop and give up your smoking habit as soon as possible.

    Natural remedies: Emu Oil

    If you have excessive easy bruising due to your, you can try Emu Oil. This product has been known to help treat bruising. All you have to do is put oil on it for two times a day and then cover it with a nonstick bandage. Further bruising will be prevented by this bandage. The results will not be visible immediately; follow it for at least four days to see an improvement.

    Natural Remedies: Bioflavonoid and Vitamin C

    Citrus bioflavonoid, which is also known as flavonoid, is a plant derivative that causes the colors in your fruits and vegetables. This substance along with Vitamin C will help you with easy bruising. Bioflavonoids have been seen to be effective in decreasing the tendency of a thin skin to bruise. Vitamin C, on the other hand helps in growth of collagen. So if you have Vitamin C deficiency, even if it is marginal, there is a chance that you will bruise easily due to.

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