Weight loss and bruising??

Hello,

For the past 7 months i've unintentionally lost weight (i've lost about a stone to be precise) and i'm constantly finding new bruises each day too. Since this has started I've been extra careful but I honestly dont knock myself enough to have these bruises as 'accidental'. Theyre in patches on my legs and a few on my left hip too. I occasionally find some on my arms as well but it's mainly my legs. Obviously google is going to tell me all sorts about leukaemia etc which I don't fancy going into because there's nothing worse than scaring yourself. 

Ive recently been diagnosed with a b12 and folate deficiency and started taking medication for it 2 days ago but I don't know whether it's all linked in?? I know my fatigue will be and some days I just feel so wiped out. Recently more than anything i've noticed these bruises more alongside my tiredness and weight. Ive had a FBC as well so i'm guessing if there was something else wrong it would have shown up in my bloods?  I'm going to do another e consult tomorrow and send photos to my doctor.

Im not freaking out or anything but I was just wondering if anyone's had a similar experience to any of this??

Thanksss 
 

  • I'm sorry about the weight loss and bruising you've been experiencing and for the worry this is causing.

    I'm glad you've got in touch with your GP and hopefully it won't be long before you can discuss your concerns with them. Do be sure to make a note of all the questions you want to ask before you speak with them as it's easy to forget what you want to say when the appointment begins. I hope these tips we have on talking to your doctor will help.

    Hopefully some of our members who have been in a similar situation will offer their thoughts and advice to you soon as well.

    Fingers crossed everything will be o.k Missmk14.

    Kind regards,

    Steph, Cancer Chat Moderator