Unexplained Bruising On Feet And Ankles

By far the most common cause of unexplained bruising is some type of trauma or accident that you do not remember well. For example, it is very common to bang the ankles, shins, or knees against furniture and other objects without really paying much attention to it.

Ankle sprains cause bruising and discoloration, usually accompanied by swelling in the ankle region. A sprain is a tearing of a ligament, which can rupture minor capillaries and lead to accumulation of blood under the skin in a blue to black bruise, which may well fade into interesting shades of brown, yellow, and green.

Bruises without injuries can be caused by thinning of the skin which could be caused by a number of factors. Some medication when taken for too long could lead to bruising without injuries. Aspirin is one such drug. It leads to coagulation changes which then lead to spontaneous hematoma.

Some degree of skin discoloration is to be expected when a bruised ankle occurs. In the beginning, the area around the ankle may appear red, later turning into the familiar purple bruise. If the discoloration becomes severe, a doctor should be consulted to make sure no blood clots are present.

What causes unexplained bruising? Bleeding disorders. Bleeding disorders that can lead to unexplained bruising include the following [3-5]. Functional:… Cancerous causes. In relation to blood disorders, some cancers can specifically affect the components of the blood [2]. Environmental causes. Environmental causes can be related to certain exposures or lifestyle habits. More …

Ankle sprain: Mild ankle sprains swelling no bruising, resolve in 1-2 weeks. Moderate sprains where there is bruising may take 4-6 weeks and severe sprains with bruising and ligament or bone damage require immobilization or surgery which will take 3- 6 months to resolve.

Ankle sprains happen most often in athletic activities, stepping on uneven surfaces, or tripping while walking. In most cases, a sprained ankle will heal itself over 3-6 weeks with conservative measures.

Here is what could lead to injury or bruises on your ankle: Jumping A bad fall Ill fitting shoes Twisting of the joint which could happen when running

Whenever there is irritation within the joint, the synovium secrets excess fluid. A sprained ankle still swollen after 2 weeks indicates that irritation is still present. Outward swelling is a result of swollen soft tissue and the increased fluid within the joint itself.

Bruising can be a sign of an underlying medical problem that needs attention, and the sooner it is addressed, the better the possible outcome usually is. People should also be aware that sometimes bruising is a sign of internal hemorrhage.

Blood Diseases. Multiple blood diseases can cause easy bruising, including hemophilia (inability of blood to clot), blood poisoning, liver disease, kidney disease, or cancer. There should be concerned if the legs (or another part of the body) bruise easily and there are other symptoms or multiple bruises.