Question:
I'm noticing a few bruises on my legs?

I've noticed some bruising on both of my legs and was wondering if that means that i'm lacking something,like vitamin c or iron? Thanks    — Angela D. (posted on July 9, 2002)

July 9, 2002
I noticed the same thing before. I was told it was iron. So, I would get back on track with my supplements (elemental iron, you should take it with vitamin C)...and the bruises would go away and new ones wouldn't return; until I would stop taking the supplements again. If you're already taking your supplements religiously, maybe you could ask your PCP to do some blood work. Good Luck~
   — Kristin R.

July 9, 2002
I asked my WLS surgeon about this today at my 3 month visit. She said that it shouldn't have anything to do with the surgery adn I should see my PCP about having some bloodwork done. She's been very thorough and up-to-date with everything else so I'm going to follow her advice. Good luck to you!
   — Leah H.

July 9, 2002
I start bruising when it is time for my B12 injection.
   — Carina H.