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Peoria, AZ

Does anyone else wake up with random bruises on legs, arms or anywhere...

July 16, 2016
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Members widely related to the frustrating experience of waking up with unexplained bruises on their legs, arms, and other areas, describing it... Read more

Members widely related to the frustrating experience of waking up with unexplained bruises on their legs, arms, and other areas, describing it as a common occurrence with fibromyalgia due to sensitive skin, nerve issues, and medication side effects. Several members offered practical insights, including the fact that NSAIDs like Aleve can thin the blood when taken regularly, certain medications combined with blood thinners increase bruising risk, and topical arnica gel or cream can help reduce the duration and appearance of bruises. A recurring theme was the mix of humor and acceptance around these mystery bruises, with many members joking about looking like they had been in a fight while acknowledging the real challenge of managing visible marks that can last weeks.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I get them too if different spots. I wake up with them and then wonder how the heck I got them.

July 16, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Yes and Dr put it down to all the drugs in taking are thinning my blood to the point that even a slight knock results in a huge bruises and blood clots

July 16, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

Check the medications you're taking. I'm on one that has a side effect, combined with nsaids that increases risk of bruising and bleeding. I was wondering why I was all bruised all the time! Also arnica gel or cream applied topically can reduce duration of bruising if you're self conscious of them ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

July 16, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I take plenty of iron and try to spend time with the sun that it gives me a tan to hide most of my bruises. plus I try to slow down and not bump into anyone or anything.

July 17, 2016
A MyFibroTeam Member

I've always bruised easily. Even as a teenager I would bruise easily. I don't think it's meds in my case

July 16, 2016

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