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Friday, January 29, 2010

Where Have You Begun To Bruise Easily Since You Turned 50?

By Jan Doan

Bruising easily may cause concern. There are many reasons for this to occur. Discussing the situation with a doctor is the best course of action. There are many people who get bruised quickly. It does not take much. If you find yourself asking "Why have I begun to bruise easily since I turned 50?" then you are not alone.

A bruise is medically defined as an area where a tiny blood vessel has been damaged or broken. Also called a contusion can occur due to a blow to the area. Blood leaks into the raised area from the broken blood vessels. This injury can be caused by bumping or hitting something with an area on the body. Bruises will change colors as they heal. Some will initially appear red and then turn black and blue. Finally as it is healing it will change to a yellowish brown color.

The top reason for easy bruising is aging. As we age our skin loses its flexibility and becomes very delicate. Many times a senior citizen will bruise without hitting or bumping anything. This is common.

Certain types of medications can cause easier bruising. For example, many prescription strength as well as over the counter arthritis medications can cause it. These are medications such as ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin. People who have blood clots in their legs or heart may use Warfarin. This medication can cause severe bruising. Cortisone type medications can encourage bruising.

If a person has any nutritional deficiencies, they can lead to this problem. Studies have proven this link to a low level in certain vitamins. A person must ensure that they are receiving their daily requirement of vitamins C, K, B12 and Folic Acid. If not they could be susceptible to this problem. Eat a healthy diet with lots of vitamins and minerals. Make sure you get your daily allowance full of them.

There are many home remedies that can assist a person who has this type of difficulty. For example, an easy home remedy is if the skin is not broken open, cut an onion in half and place it over the area that has been injured.

Many people feel that margarine can help. Instead of putting it on the bread, dab it on the bruised area. It is suppose to heal and go away quickly. Petroleum jelly and cayenne pepper are a combo that is supposes to help the bruise. Mix one part cayenne to five parts petroleum jelly and put on the area. Finally, parsley is a recommended herb that helps the area heal. Apply it several times during the day and it is suppose to heal the area quickly.

If a person finds themselves bruising a lot, there may be some medical issue. Consult with a physician. They are your best bet to getting a hold of the problem. Sometimes there are easy things like lifestyle and diet changes that can alleviate the issue. Home remedies can be helpful also. - 17273

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