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Members connected over the frustrating experience of frequent and unexplained bruising in fibromyalgia, with many describing large, dark... Read more

Members connected over the frustrating experience of frequent and unexplained bruising in fibromyalgia, with many describing large, dark bruises appearing without any memory of an injury and attributing the memory gaps to fibro fog. Several members shared that common culprits include blood-thinning medications like anti-inflammatories, aspirin, and steroids, while others mentioned helpful steps like checking medication side effects with a doctor, looking for small red dots on the lower legs as a warning sign, and using vitamin supplements to help counteract the bruising. A recurring theme was accepting this symptom as part of living with fibromyalgia while staying proactive about reviewing medications and seeking medical guidance when bruising becomes severe or unexplained.