Very interesting post, Jennifer. I am a person that bruises incredibly easily, I tend to get large bruises that last for a long time that will often develop what feels like scar tissue. I have had multiple people see my bruises (on my legs from playing soccer) and they tell me to worry about/watch out for blood clots. I have celiac disease, and your post makes me wonder if I should be more concerned about a clot when I get a large bruise?

I always find this as strange advice, because how does someone "watch out for" a blood clot? It just sort of...happens...doesn't it? I have heard that rubbing the bruised area from the middle to the outside can help relieve some of the problem, do you know if there is any truth to that? I am going to see my doctor in a few weeks and planning to ask him, but thought I would throw out the question now to get your take on it. Thanks!