The younger generation cannot sit still. Kids run, fight, fall, rise and again strive forward. That is why many parents are not surprised by bruises on children. But if spots are common and possibly for no reason, then adults should start to worry.
What is a bruise?
A hematoma (bruise) is a rupture of blood vessels, which leads to the accumulation of blood in the cavity or impregnation of soft tissues with it.
The severity of hemorrhage on the skin are:
- First degree. The spot appears during the day. When pressed, it hurts a little.
- Medium degree. Muscle injury occurs. You feel pain even without touching the bruise, which appears after three hours.
- Severe degree. A tumor forms, severe pain is felt.
The period during which bruises in children on their feet go depends on the area and area of ââdamage. The process of tissue and muscle restoration on the baby's limbs usually lasts about thirty days.
Do not assume that only a bruise can cause hemorrhage. There are a large number of problems and diseases that cause rupture of blood vessels. In the future, they can adversely affect the health of the child. That is why we are going to talk about them now.
Lack of vitamins and minerals
This factor causes the appearance of spots for no apparent reason. A catastrophic lack of vitamins C, K, P cannot make the walls of blood vessels strong and resistant to injuries. A small amount of vitamin K causes a blood clotting disorder, and a lack of vitamin P causes a malfunction in the circulatory system, and the cause is plaque formation.
Sometimes, if a child has bruises on his legs, attention should be paid to the babyâs nutrition.
Do not forget about micro and macro elements. Especially important are: calcium, cobalt, selenium. If there are not enough of them in the childâs body, the elasticity and strength of the vessels are lost, and this leads to the appearance of hemorrhages. In this case, the appearance of bruises on the legs of a child is not a rare phenomenon.
That's why parents should make a menu for the baby so that the necessary amount of vitamins, micro and macro elements gets into the child's body.
Genetic factors
Bruises on the childâs legs for no reason can appear if the baby has problems at the gene level. We are talking about diseases such as hemophilia and thrombocytopenia. In this case, the frequent causeless appearance of spots can be considered the norm. Hemophilia is a disease that is characterized by severe subcutaneous hemorrhage. They are very difficult to stop. This is the reason for the appearance of hematomas not only under the skin, but also on the internal organs. Itâs difficult to fight this disease. You must constantly watch the baby. He must not fall and be injured.
Hemophilia cannot be cured. This disease is inherited, and most often boys.
Thrombocytopenia is characterized by a sharp decrease in platelets in the blood. At a rate of 180 thousand, their number decreases to 50. This, in turn, is one of the causes of hematomas.
The reason is an autoimmune disease
Bruises in a childâs legs can be caused by Shenlein-Genoch disease. This ailment is characterized by the fact that the wall of blood vessels is perceived by the immune system as an âenemy." The body begins to produce substances that try to destroy it. The walls of the vessels are gradually thinning, their fragility and permeability increase. In this regard, shaped elements and part of the blood go into the surrounding tissues. This disease is easily confused with vitamin deficiency, but there are distinguishing features:
- Hematomas appear throughout the body, not just on the legs.
- Smudge of the correct form and rises above healthy tissues. When pressed, it does not disappear.
- The spots appear symmetrically (in the region of the ankle joints, lower leg, knees).
- After hematomas appeared, large joints begin to hurt.
- Before spots appear in the child, abdominal pain and vomiting may begin. After a couple of days, these symptoms disappear.
Medicines and internal organs malfunctioning
They can also be attributed to the causes of hematomas on the baby's legs. Often, in order to bring down the temperature, the baby is given aspirin. It is this tool that can thin the blood. And if the crumbs in this period hit very lightly, a bruise may appear. Liquid blood coagulates very poorly. Such an effect can be obtained using any drug that can reduce the viscosity of the bodyâs liquid tissue.
Another reason due to which spots appear on the baby's legs is a violation of the internal organs, especially the liver. It is in it that vitamin K is produced, which contributes to blood coagulation. Kidney disease, chronic tonsillitis contribute to the appearance of hematomas for no apparent reason.
Diseases of the circulatory system, hypertension, rheumatism can also trigger the appearance of hematomas.
Only a doctor can determine the factor that contributes to the appearance of hemorrhages on the legs, if there was no bruise or fall.
First aid
You have noticed bruises in the childâs legs. The reasons are a fall and a bruise. Favorite child cries, parents do not know what to do. Of course, you should reassure the baby. Apply something cold to the injured area. For these purposes, you can use: a cloth moistened with cold water, ice cubes, a piece of frozen meat. If you notice a wound at the site of a bruise, then it must be washed with an antiseptic. After that, damaged tissue can be sealed with an antibacterial plaster or bandaged with a sterile bandage.
After a few days to resolve the stain, the bruise site is heated with compresses. In this case, special ointments or gels can be used.
Such help is useful if the bruise is due to a bruise, and if it appeared for no reason, then try to visit a doctor without delay. Maybe this is the first sign that the child is not all right.
Treatment
The way to get rid of a hematoma depends on its size and appearance factors. If the bruises in the children are extensive, with massive hemorrhage, then in some cases surgery may be necessary. After the procedure, the child will need to be given antibiotics. The dressing changes daily.
A small spot is treated conservatively. Ointments are used: heparin and troxevasin. Thanks to them, swelling decreases, and the hematoma resolves faster.
If the cause of the bruising is vascular fragility, treatment for vitamin deficiency should be initiated. In this case, parents should pay attention to the babyâs nutrition. It must be correct and contain the necessary amount of vitamins and minerals.
Speaking of folk remedies, you can focus on gruel from onions. It is applied to the injured area and is attached with a bandage.
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic are plantain leaves. They must be crushed and applied to the sore spot.
Preventive actions
Do not panic if the bruises on the children appear during the period of the crumbs desire to learn to walk. During this period, the baby is constantly in a hurry, he wants to climb higher, and the limbs suffer most from this.
If spots arise for no reason, then most likely the childâs body begins to warn parents about the serious health problems of the child.
Without delay, you should go to a specialist if:
- A large hematoma is formed with a gentle blow.
- Itâs hard for a child to walk.
- The baby's temperature rises.
- The baby does not fall and is not injured, and bruises often appear on his legs.
A specialist will examine the child, make a diagnosis, prescribe treatment, if necessary. Parents will only have to watch the baby and follow all the doctorâs instructions.
Thatâs all prevention. Only a correctly diagnosed and timely treatment is a salvation from serious problems.
Conclusion
As you can see, the baby has a large number of causes of hematomas. Most often, the factor due to which bruises appear on the childâs legs (photo is proof of this) is a bruise. In this case, parents should not worry. Have pity on the baby, apply cold to a sore spot, buy something tasty - and everything will work out. If the baby has a lot of bruises and they often appear for no reason, then hurry up to see a doctor. He will be able to help your child and then only when you follow his recommendations. The baby's health must be taken seriously, so that later you will not regret anything.