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    What may my son be lacking if he is bruising easily?

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    He is two and jumps around a lot but does have excessive bruising.
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    Kirsty Woods

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    Your son may simply be someone who bruises easily or it may be a sign of something more serious such as a vitamin C deficiency or a blood disorder.

    If you are concerned about your sons bruising you should visit your GP. 


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    Peta Adams

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    I am an Accredited Practising Dietitian locally born and working within the Riverina.I have a passion for helping people to achieve their nutrition goals, coaching … View Profile

    Brusing is often an indicator of Iron Deficiency, I would suggesta visit to your local GP and requesting a blood test for folate, iron, B12.

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    Dr Carolyn Ee

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    I would bring him along to see your GP for some blood tests, if your GP thinks necessary. Toddlers do end up with a bit of bruising but your GP would want to see the number of bruises and extend of the bruising. We would usually screen for a number of blood disorders such as genetic lack of clotting factors or low platelet count.

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