Are you experiencing unexplained bruising on your legs that's painful to touch?
Yes, many MyLupusTeam members report experiencing similar bruising. There are several possible reasons why this happens with lupus:
Common causes include:
* Lupus medications like prednisone, warfarin, hydroxychloroquine, and even baby aspirin can Show Full Answer
Are you experiencing unexplained bruising on your legs that's painful to touch?
Yes, many MyLupusTeam members report experiencing similar bruising. There are several possible reasons why this happens with lupus:
Common causes include:
* Lupus medications like prednisone, warfarin, hydroxychloroquine, and even baby aspirin can make you bruise more easily
* Some lupus medications can make blood vessels more fragile, leading to more frequent bruising
* Coexisting conditions like immune thrombocytopenia (ITP) or anemia, which are more common in people with lupus
A MyLupusTeam member shared: "I have bruises all over my legs. I don't know where they are coming from." Another explained, "Between warfarin, hydroxychloroquine, and prednisone, bruising is just one of those 'learn to live with it' things for me."
It's important to document these bruises (taking photos can help) and discuss them with your doctor, especially since they're painful. Your healthcare team can check if it's related to your medications or if there's another underlying cause that needs attention.
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