Bruises are blue/purple/black discolored spots on the skin that are the result of skin damage. When a new bruise forms, it is red and may further change to blue, purple, or black. When it fades, it becomes greenish or yellowish. The skin injury that leads to bruising is usually caused by a blunt object, for example by hitting a bed, chair, door, or by falling or being hit by something. In this type of skin injury, blood seeps from broken small blood vessels under the skin, followed by retention of blood under the skin, resulting in discolored patches of skin. Some people bruise more easily. They get bruises due to minor injuries, the recovery from which may take relatively longer. They may experience multiple bruises and suddenly see a bruise on the skin, but have no idea when or why it occurred. There are certain factors and medical conditions that cause a person to bruise easily, some of which can be serious. The first factor that increases the risk of bruising is aging. The reason behind this is that there is weakening of blood vessels, in addition to thinning of the skin with age, which causes a person to bruise easily. Another reason may be a low platelet count, medically known as thrombocytopenia. Platelets are the blood cells that help blood clotting. The platelet count is said to be low when there are less than 150,000 platelets per microliter of blood. A low platelet count may result from decreased platelet production (as in leukemia, some viral infections such as hepatitis C, chemotherapy, radiation therapy) or from an increase in platelet breakdown (as in autoimmune diseases such as lupus, a bacterial infection in the blood causing bacteremia, use of certain medications such as heparin, sulfa-containing antibiotics). Deficiency of certain vitamins such as vitamin C and vitamin K; too much sun exposure for years; The use of medications that lead to blood thinning (for example, medications such as warfarin and apixaban), NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as aspirin, ibuprofen and also steroid medications can lead to a tendency to bruise easily.
Other reasons include bleeding disorders such as hemophilia and von Willebrand disease. Hemophilia is a genetic condition in which there is a problem with blood clotting due to a deficiency of specific proteins that help blood clotting. It results in prolonged bleeding after an injury. This condition is present from birth in most cases, but in some cases this condition can develop when clotting factors 8 or 9 are attacked by the immune system due to autoimmune diseases, drug reactions and cancer. Von Willebrand disease is a bleeding disorder in which the blood does not clot properly due to reduced levels of the Von Willebrand factor that helps blood clotting or when this factor cannot properly perform its function.
Inflammation of the blood vessels (vasculitis) can also lead to frequent bruising. Easy bruising can also run in families. Easy bruising can also occur in people with liver disease such as cirrhosis. Liver cirrhosis involves scarring of the liver which can be the result of various reasons such as long-term alcohol consumption, liver disease and hepatitis (inflammation of the liver). The liver tends to repair itself when injury or damage occurs to the liver and scar tissue forms, resulting in cirrhosis that hinders the normal functioning of the liver. Easy bruising can also be seen in cases of Cushing’s syndrome. This syndrome involves an excessive production of cortisol hormone in the body, resulting in various signs and symptoms. It results in thinning and weakening of the skin, making it easily damaged and bruised. In addition to the above-mentioned factors and conditions, easy bruising can lead to cases of leukemia (cancer of white blood cells, white blood cells).
Homeopathic treatment
Homeopathy offers a very effective treatment for cases of bruising tendency. Homeopathic medicines enhance the body’s self-healing mechanism to overcome health problems naturally. With the use of these medicines, the intensity and frequency of easy bruising gradually decreases. These medicines treat the tendency to bruise easily without side effects. The homeopathic prescription varies from case to case in which the tendency to bruise arises, depending on the characteristic individual symptoms. It is advised to take any homeopathic medicine under the supervision of a homeopathic doctor. In any case, avoid self-medication. Homeopathic medicines are recommended for mild to moderate intensity cases. In severe cases and cases where the serious cause is related, such as hemophilia or leukemia, you can use the conventional treatment method.
Homeopathic medicines for easy bruising
1. Arnica – Top medicine
Arnica is a top recommended medicine to treat cases of easy bruising. This medicine is well indicated if bruising often occurs due to injuries such as a fall, blunt objects or bumps against a hard object. Bruising occurs with any minor injury to the skin where this medicine is needed. It results in bluish, blackish, red spots on the skin. This medicine is also indicated if the bruise turns yellowish or greenish. This natural medicine will gradually reduce the tendency to bruise from the slightest injuries.
2. Hamamelis – For easy bruising with pain and soreness
Hamamelis is well indicated for cases where there is a tendency to bruise easily along with aches and pains. This medicine treats the tendency to bruise easily and helps in healing the active bruises on the skin. It also relieves the pain and soreness in the bruises. In cases where this medicine is required, there may be a tendency towards bleeding from various parts of the body. The bleeding may come from the nose, gums, rectum, etc. The blood is dark colored where this medicine is needed.
3. Phosphorus – for red spots on the skin due to easy bruising
This medicine is indicated if there are red spots on the skin that bruise easily. In addition, there is a tendency to bleed from various parts of the body. The bleeding can come from the nose, mouth, rectum, hemorrhoids, polyps and ulcers. Blood may be excreted through sputum and urine and intermenstrual bleeding may also occur. The wounds also bleed profusely, even if they are small.
4. Lachesis – For bruising from light touch and pressure
This medicine is recommended if there is frequent bruising from light touch and pressure. There are black, purple or blue spots on the skin. There is also a tendency for small wounds and ulcers to bleed easily and excessively in cases where this medicine is required.
5. Ledum Palustre – For easy bruising from minor injuries and long-term discoloration
Ledum Palustre is a useful medicine if bruising occurs easily from minor injuries and the discoloration of the bruise persists for a long time. Initially, the injured part feels cold and is painful to the touch. Relief occurs by cold application to the wound.
6. Sulfuric Acid – For bruises on the skin that turn very dark blue or blackish
This medicine proves effective if frequent bruising occurs on the skin and it turns dark blue or blackish. The discoloration lasts too long and causes pain when touched. The affected area is also stiff. In cases where this is necessary, a tendency to bleed dark-colored blood from various parts of the body can be observed.