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Members overwhelmingly confirmed that severe and unexplained bruising on the legs is a common experience with fibromyalgia, with many... Read more

Members overwhelmingly confirmed that severe and unexplained bruising on the legs is a common experience with fibromyalgia, with many describing bruises appearing spontaneously all over their bodies, especially on arms and legs, sometimes without remembering any injury. Several members shared practical strategies for managing the bruising, including taking vitamin C supplements, using arnica gel, and applying heat therapy to reduce pain when bruises do appear. A recurring theme was the frustration and confusion of bruising so easily from minor contact like brushing against something or even scratching, yet finding reassurance in knowing this frustrating symptom is widely shared among others living with fibromyalgia.