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Q: Bruising all over legs causing concern

asked by: bruised on May 16th, 2009

New User

Hi there, I dont know where else to put this because other than this slight problem I am in good health and there is nothing wrong with me
I am 17, I do take a pill (the pill) for several reasons, but I dont know whether that would affect this.

Right, as of late, I have been getting some serious looking bruises all over my legs (these look as though I have been beaten up quite severely). I am quite accident prone, but never before have I had such bruises that I am worried slightly.

The only things that have changed in my life are a new boyfriend (he's lovely, so the bruises arent from him XD) and I have started excersising a lot more than I used to.

They show up very clearly as I am very pale, and the bruises are a horrible black and purple colour. They are on my upper leg, and my lower leg on the inside, they dont hurt to touch them, and I dont want to waste time at the doctors if they arent serious - I dont know whether to be worried about these or not, should I see my GP?

Thank you :3

Replies(4)

zigemyster

replied on May 16th, 2009

Moderator

Bruises that appear for no apparent reason and based on your description...you should make an appt with your doctor.

xAleshax

replied on May 16th, 2009

New User

oh yes, I would totally get an appointment. on the back of your birth control pill package or in the directions, they tell you if you experience any leg pain or anything of the sort to consult your Dr. immediately because they could be blood clots.

bruised

replied on May 17th, 2009

New User

the thing is, they arent painful -at all- , just look terrible... my new boyfriend thought Id come out of an abusive relationship they where that bad, today they seem to be fading away, although a couple more have appeared (not as serious looking as the others) the doctors are closed today, so if they still look like I've been run over tomorrow then ill give them a call.

Thank you for your replies Smile

xAleshax

replied on May 17th, 2009

New User

that's a great idea, I hope it all goes well!

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