If there’s swelling and pain with bruising, the first line of treatment is to apply a cold compress
If you cut yourself, it might take slightly longer than normal to stop the bleeding
Von Willebrand disease
Certain health conditions, medications, and even inherited disorders can cause At 28-month follow-up, the researchers found a 7
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Skin discoloration (red to purple, black, brown or yellow)
Do not change your dose or stop taking this medicine without checking first with your doctor
Easy bruising can occur naturally in some people, but discuss excessive bruising with a doctor to rule out such causes as medication, illness and bleeding disorders
Coagulation Plavix (clopidogrel bisulfate) is a thienopyridine class of drug that inhibits platelet aggregation and thus inhibits aspects of blood clotting used to treat patients with acute coronary syndrome, myocardial infarction (MI), peripheral vascular disease and some stroke (ischemic type) patients
If you experience any unusual bleeding or bruising, black or tarry stools, or severe stomach pain while taking Plavix, seek immediate medical attention
Aspirin decreases the ability of tiny cell fragments in the blood Unusual red or purple bruising or bruises that progressively get bigger
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You probably should have this problem evaluated by your primary care doctor, especially if the bruising developed recently or has become more
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