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Old 05-01-2013, 10:38 AM
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Originally Posted by DFayesMom View Post
I don't think it's related to PCS, but maybe it could be a medication you're on?
Agree, blood thinners in particular (Coumadin (warfarin), Plavix, etc), including aspirin can cause this. I take 81mg aspirin a day and notice bruises happen easier and take longer to heal.
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