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Why do I bruise so easily? I barely bump into things

I've always bruised somewhat easily but it's gotten worse over the past year. I find bruises on my arms and legs and can't remember hitting anything. Mo...

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Question

I've always bruised somewhat easily but it's gotten worse over the past year. I find bruises on my arms and legs and can't remember hitting anything. Mostly forearms and shins. They heal at a normal pace.

Context

I take fish oil daily and drink a couple glasses of wine most nights. My mom also bruises easily.

Discussion replies

tinyDeskLamp

I bruise like a peach too and my doctor said it's mostly genetic. But your supplements and alcohol are definitely making it worse.

sameBoatLeo

Fish oil and wine are both blood thinners essentially. Try cutting one or both for a few weeks and see if it improves.

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