Black and Blue Skin Marks
Bruises or contusions result from physical trauma or direct blow to the body, causing damage to the skin’s surface and deeper tissues. Depending on the severity of the crash, it may cause some capillaries to burst and blood to get trapped below the skin’s surface. Bruises can happen at any age. Most of them are caused by physical injuries. However, bruises may also be a symptom of underlying medical conditions, especially if they appear out of nowhere and without apparent reason.
For instance, bruises are known signs of liver failure and cirrhosis. Cirrhosis prevents the liver from producing proteins needed by the body for blood clotting. This is why patients with liver-related diseases can easily bleed or bruise. Most patients with cirrhosis reported waking up with several bruises all over their legs and arms, even without experiencing physical trauma. Sometimes, bruises are accompanied by bleeding, which raises more worry among patients.
Since cirrhosis has no signs or symptoms during its early stage, the sudden appearance of bruises and bleeding must be taken seriously. Seek medical help immediately if bruises are accompanied by nausea, fatigue, and vomiting.
