The Rapist's BRUISED HANDS trigger health panic- Pakman

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Bruising on the back of the hands can have several possible causes, ranging from benign to more serious medical conditions. Some common causes include:

1. Aging and Thin Skin (Senile Purpura)
• As people age, the skin becomes thinner and loses collagen, making blood vessels more fragile.
• Minor bumps or pressure can easily cause bruising.
• Often seen in older adults, especially on sun-exposed areas like the hands and forearms.

2. Blood Thinners and Medications
• Aspirin, warfarin (Coumadin), heparin, clopidogrel (Plavix), or other anticoagulants can make you more prone to bruising.
• Corticosteroids (like prednisone) weaken blood vessels over time, increasing bruising risk.
• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen or naproxen can contribute.

3. Vitamin Deficiencies
• Vitamin C deficiency (scurvy) weakens blood vessels, leading to easy bruising.
• Vitamin K deficiency affects blood clotting.
• Vitamin B12 or folate deficiency can cause anemia and increased bruising.

4. Blood Disorders
• Platelet disorders (like thrombocytopenia or immune thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP)) reduce blood clotting.
• Hemophilia or von Willebrand disease—genetic conditions that impair clotting.
• Leukemia or other blood cancers—may cause unexplained bruising due to low platelet counts.

5. Liver Disease
• The liver produces clotting factors, so liver dysfunction (e.g., cirrhosis, hepatitis) can lead to increased bruising.

6. Connective Tissue Disorders
• Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)—a genetic condition that causes fragile blood vessels and skin.
• Lupus—an autoimmune disorder that can lead to blood vessel inflammation and bruising.

7. Diabetes
• Poor circulation and fragile capillaries may contribute to easy bruising in diabetics.

8. Unexplained Bruising
• If bruising occurs frequently, spreads easily, or is accompanied by fatigue, weight loss, frequent infections, or bleeding from the gums or nose, it may warrant urgent medical attention.