unexplained bruises

I have two small circular bruises near my knee, but I have no idea what caused them... my mom (who i should mention is a hypochondriac) thinks I should go to the doctor and check my blood levels just to make sure there's nothing serious causing the unexplained bruising.... is she overreacting or should I go to the doctor?

Re: unexplained bruises

I would see a doctor. I sometimes become anemic and I bruise more when I am. Could it also be an injury to that area & maybe you just didn't realize how severe it was?

Re: unexplained bruises

It coulld be a sign that you are anemic. Do you go for a yearly physical? They can check your iron then.

Re: unexplained bruises

get a full exam and full blood test
i have had unexplained bruising and my levels came back ok so i asked the dr what could cause it and he told me to stop taking my multivitamin bc it must be something in there. i dont get it. i stopped taking it and it didnt help. i was anemic when i was preg but 4mpp my blood tested fine.
hope your ok

Re: unexplained bruises

I wouldn't worry about it unless you get more bruises. You may have just bumped into something.

Message edited 3/22/2011 9:30:05 AM.

Re: unexplained bruises

I'd just go to my PCP for some blood work. They can check red and white counts, hemoglobin etc and let you know if anything is off. Since it is an easy test, I"d do it for peace of mind.

Re: unexplained bruises

sometimes i get bruises that idk where they came from. i don't worry about them but if this happens often to you, there's no harm in going in for a check up and a blood test.