PhuturePriest Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 (edited) So, for the past few weeks I've been getting painless (Though sometimes they are slightly painful) bruises up and down my spine. Also, I have lines that are running horizontally across my back, but I was told those are probably stretch marks from growing. Does anyone have any idea what these bruises are? The internet has proven to be completely unhelpful, because every link is for a toddler or small child, and not for a teenager. To help narrow it down: I haven't been feeling any numbness, and no pain other than common aches from being thrown on the ground and such from karate and sitting/lying down wrong for too long. Edited May 26, 2013 by FuturePriest387 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OnlySunshine Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 I have some medical knowledge but I've never heard of unexplained bruising on the back. My research suggests that it may likely be due to a strain of muscles. Since you've been physically active lately, I would not doubt this is the issue. However, if it continues and you are worried, it's always best to check with your doctor. Here are some websites my research turned up: http://itoldyouiwassick.info/2012/02/21/what-causes-mysterious-bruising/ http://www.livestrong.com/back-bruising/ http://www.wisegeek.org/what-are-possible-diagnoses-for-unexplained-bruising.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatherineM Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 I get bruises on my lower back. I've got lots wrong with it and sometimes my spine leaks down there. A bruise is blood beneath the skin. I'd have it looked at. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FutureCarmeliteClaire Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 I'm no expert, but it sounds like it could be something hormonal or auto-immune. Certain hormonal deficiencies or over-abundances can cause stretch marks and bruising. An auto-immune disease could definitely cause bruising. I'd talk to a doctor and push to get some blood work done, especially if it keeps getting worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EmilyAnn Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 The internet is not a good place to ask for medical advice. if you are concerned, go to a doctor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffboom Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Yeah you should consider asking a doctor... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatholicsAreKewl Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Have you tried talking to a priest about this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ardillacid Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 cancer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the171 Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 He doesn't have medical insurance. Tried to convince him to go to a doctor, but he wants braces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatholicsAreKewl Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Hmm, i don't really know if this applies for braces but if you can find a school of dentistry nearby, dental students will work on ur teeth for cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffboom Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 He doesn't have medical insurance. Tried to convince him to go to a doctor, but he wants braces. No medical insurance? Future priest...you aren't Canadian are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatholicsAreKewl Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 (edited) No medical insurance? Future priest...you aren't Canadian are you? Let's pray he isn't. :pray: Edited May 26, 2013 by CatholicsAreKewl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffboom Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Let's pray he isn't. True story. The healthcare in Canada is atrocious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CatholicsAreKewl Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 True story. The healthcare in Canada is atrocious. Everything in Canada is atrocious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FutureCarmeliteClaire Posted May 26, 2013 Share Posted May 26, 2013 Trust me, Miles, as someone who has both braces and chronic health problems, choose testing and treatment over fixing your teeth (unless you have some dental problem where you'll lose all your teeth or something). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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