10 Aplastic Anemia Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #6: Easy Bruising
A bruise occurs when there is traumatic injury to the tissues causing breakage of the capillaries. Bruising can appear to be a purplish or reddish discoloration that does not blanch once pressed upon. It can eventually lead to the classic black and blue appearance after some time. Once a bruise fades, the bruise becomes greenish and brown when the body metabolizes the blood cells and bilirubin in the skin.
In patients with aplastic anemia, bruising occurs easily due to the lack of platelets in the body. Other causes of easy bruising include the use of anticoagulants (such as aspirin or warfarin).
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