My Toddler Bruises Easily!

Updated on November 21, 2008
A.M. asks from Lewisville, TX
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My son is 2.5 and he bruises SO easily. He has little bruises all over his knees and along the front of his calves. Are these just little boy bruises b/c he is so rough and plays with other children or is he anemic like me? I give him a flinstone gummy everyday! And he eats lots of meat.

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C.R.

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My daughter has the same legs as your son! If she isn't bruised, she isn't having fun - that's our "rule". Somedays it looks like somebody took a stick to her shins and just banged them up. Sh has her iron level checked are her well-Kid appointments and hasn't ever had an issue with it. My guess, his iron is fine especially if he gets his vitamin and eats a balanced meal.

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A.K.

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You should tell the pedi about it even though it's probably no big deal. If it's bruises from rough and tumble it's normal, but if he gets a bruise from say, holding his ankle while you put on his shoes, it could signify something more serious.

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C.W.

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My daughter always has horrible legs. If she goes anytime without being covered in bruises we wonder what is wrong with her. My husband took her to a well child appt. once and the doctor told him that if she didn't know any better she would be calling CPS on us. If you feel concerned about it I would recommend talking to your doctor about it. My little is just a major busy body with no fear.lol

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C.P.

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Alexandra,
I remember that after my daughter got certain vaccines she was bruising a lot easier for a while. I don't remember which vaccines they were. (Oh I think it was the flu vaccine)

I'd mention it to the doctor. Good luck! ~C.~

J.F.

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Hi Alexandra,
My son who just turned 4 is the same exact way and always has been from the time he started walking...my almost 2 year old daughter is alot like him but not as bad since she doesnt play as rough...Their pediatrician said it is completley normal especially on the knees and calves. I wouldnt worry... he is just being a typical boy :)

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