Some people are more sensitive than others
An accident can happen in a jiffy. And indeed, before you realize it, you might not notice that small corner of your table, and give it a painful high five with your hip. The result? A bruise. After a collision like that, a bruise makes sense. But some people bruise very quickly. How exactly does that work?
There are a number of reasons why some people bruise more easily than others. We list some of them here for you.
1. You are a woman
It is incredibly unfair, but unfortunately it is the harsh truth. Women bruise more easily than men. Now, you’re probably thinking, why? Men have a thicker skin than women. Men also have more collagen, which protects blood vessels against trauma.
2. You are getting older
Your age also plays a role in how sensitive you are to bruising. “As you get older, your skin becomes thinner. This makes blood vessels in the skin also more vulnerable," explains Dr. Fisher to Country Living. Your blood vessels also lose elasticity as you age, causing them to rupture more easily and cause bruising.
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3. You take certain supplements
Sometimes, certain lifestyles recommend supplements to prevent you from missing out on essential vitamins and minerals. Unfortunately, some supplements can cause you to bruise more easily, however, the reason for this is unclear. Therefore, always consult the doctor before you start taking supplements.
4. You take blood thinners
Some people take blood thinners to prevent blood clots. Blood thinners have another effect as well: they may cause you to be more sensitive to bruising. It, of course, makes sense that blood thinners dilute your blood, but there are other medicines that have this effect without you knowing it. For example, Ibuprofen and aspirin have a blood-thinning effect.
5. You don't get enough vitamins
A deficiency of vitamin C or D can cause inexplicable bruising. However, a deficiency of vitamin C or vitamin D doesn’t develop overnight. For most people this will not be a reason they bruise more easily than others. Do you suspect that you are not getting enough vitamin C or D? Then consult a doctor.
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Read also: Folic acid: this is what it does for your health
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