Easy bruising

Easy bruising is a condition where the skin bruises easily, often from minor injuries. This can be due to a number of factors, including age, certain medications, and underlying health conditions.

Causes

Easy bruising can be caused by a number of factors. These can include:

• Age: As people age, their skin becomes thinner and loses some of the protective fatty layer that helps cushion the blood vessels from injury. This can make the skin more prone to bruising.
• Medications: Certain medications can increase the likelihood of bruising. These can include aspirin, anticoagulants (blood thinners), and corticosteroids.
• Health conditions: Certain health conditions can also increase the likelihood of bruising. These can include blood disorders such as hemophilia and leukemia, as well as liver disease and certain genetic disorders.

Symptoms

The main symptom of easy bruising is the appearance of bruises on the skin that occur easily or for no apparent reason. These bruises may be large or small, and can occur anywhere on the body.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of easy bruising typically involves a physical examination and a review of the person's medical history. In some cases, blood tests may be done to check for underlying health conditions that could be causing the bruising.

Treatment

Treatment for easy bruising depends on the underlying cause. This may involve changing medications, treating the underlying health condition, or in some cases, no treatment may be necessary.

See also

• Bruise
• Hemophilia
• Leukemia
• Liver disease

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