bruising ?

I am 9 months post op and I have recently noticed some bruising on my arms and legs, but I did not think anything about it till today, when I noticed two more large bruises on my legs... has anyone had this trouble? does it have anything to do with my WLS? Is it a indication of a low level of any vitimans? I would like any help Albert

Hi Albert. Now that you mention it, I have noticed alot more brusing than normal. It could be an indication of low iron I think? Have you had blood work done recently? If I am not mistaken, when you are anemic, you tend to bruise more. Call you doctor for his take on it. Leanne

Hi Alberto, I too, have had a lot of bruising. I mentioned it to the ARNP a few weeks ago at my 9-month check-up and she indicated that it was perfectly normal. She said when obese individuals begin to return to a normal weight, their blood vessels are still larger that once had to accommodate a larger body. I asked if this would return to normal at some point - her answer was it is different for each individual. I am not sure if I believe that 100%, but since I am seeing the bruising along with some of you all - it does make sense. I am seeing my pdoc next week for a bipolar check-up. I'm going to ask him on his take to make sure that it isn't one of those meds that I am on that is causing the bruising. I will report my findings then. Until then - good thing it is winter & we can wear long pants! I swear if I was in a relationship, some days people would question whether I was being abused... Barbie 281/193/170ish

Thanks to everyone for the information I went to see my doctor, and he ordered all my reg. blood tests he said it might be low Iron or Vit. K, just waiting for the results, will keep everyone updated about the results Alberto