Why So Many Women Wake Up With Bruises They Don’t Remember Getting

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00:00Why so many women wake up with bruises they don't remember getting?

00:05It is surprisingly common to unexpectedly find a bruise on your body.

00:10Bruises form when blood vessels under the skin break and leak,

00:14with the blood changing color as your body reabsorbs it.

00:18Women are more likely to experience these random bruises than men.

00:23Several factors contribute to random bruising.

00:25Sun-damaged and thinner skin provides less protection for capillaries,

00:31especially on forearms and hands.

00:34Iron deficiency, often linked to heavy periods, can increase bruising alongside fatigue.

00:40Many bruises result from unnoticed bumps against furniture or objects.

00:45Genetics plays a role, as some people naturally bruise more easily than others.

00:50Deficiencies in vitamins C, K, or B12 may cause easy bruising.

00:56Underlying conditions like low platelets, infections, bleeding disorders, or liver disease can be responsible.

01:04Certain medications, including anticoagulants, aspirin, and supplements like fish oil, increase bleeding risk.

01:11Seek medical attention for large, painful bruises, those appearing after new medication,

01:17recurring in the same place, or not improving after two weeks.

01:22Normal bruises fade gradually, changing from bluish-black to yellow and brown as they heal.

01:29While most bruises are harmless, frequent or slow-healing bruises may indicate a need for medical evaluation.

01:36Use sunscreen, wear protective clothing, address nutritional deficiencies,

01:43and consider your home environment to prevent unnecessary bruising.