Why do my cheeks look bruised?

Are you tired of hearing the question, “did someone hit you?” every time you step out with those unsightly red splotches on your cheeks? Fear not, for we have come to the rescue! Let’s dive into some reasons why your face might resemble a tomato.

Bloodthinners: Dracula’s favorite drink

You might want to think twice before drinking garlic-infused beverages if you’re taking blood thinners. Blood thinners are medications that reduce blood clotting in people with heart and circulation problems. They can also make you more prone to easy bruising and discoloration on your skin, especially when scratched or bumped by mistake. So take it easy next time a mosquito bites!

Inflamed hair follicles: Who said hair was always lovely?

Have you recently shaved or waxed facial hair? It is possible then that due to friction from removal hair irrintiation happens leading up to inflammation of hair follicles called folliculitis, which may cause small red pimples and eventually abscesses on the skin akin to bruises.

Alternatively, damages like cuts, scratches or even excessive exfoliation painlessly could result in subdermal hematomas causing reddish-brown coloring often mistaken for bruising.

Sunburns:

It must have been fun playing beach volleyball under the sun but now what about blushing uncontrollably like a ripened tomato because of sunburns? Sudden burns caused by UV rays trigger red patches specifically around nose & cheek areas resulting sometimes in pink/hyperpigmentation worsening over days without proper protection/zinc oxide

So next time when day at beach patrol apply water-resistant sunscreens/gels avoid skiing holidays pleasing dares; Remember cover well primarily sensitive zones wearing hats/glasses/umbrella still doesn’t hurt… Not until snowboard season comes

Circulation Boosters :

No sweat for those prepping/performing yoga/laps around the block as increased blood flow would be a healthy nod! However, repeatedly standing-sitting long hours or even vigorous physical activity throughout day coupled with insufficient hydration might prompt skin discoloration termed petechiae on face,chest among other areas apart from cheeks. For instance physical pressure due to cough/sneezes may also likely bring similar manifestations.

Not limited to that, stress/anxiety could lead way ahead making you blush irrelevant of fall season so don’t freak rather use this occasion to meditate & control breathing regularly reducing cortisol levels.

Medical conditions such as Rosacea/Lupus:

Don’t jump in conclusions prematurely if all aforementioned possibilities have been ruled out whereas the red patches won’t disappear nor diminishing over weeks or are often accompanied by painful inflammation and rashes like crawling insects then it might be time to visit your dermatologist as these symptoms may suggest underlying medical conditions like Lupus, an autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation and dark coloration on skin surface,lips,feet.
On another note, facial redness including bumps resulting from chronic inflammatory condition called rosacea happens because underlying damage caused by UV rays/gene mutations. A combination of medication therapies,dietary restrictions along with skincare routines help ameliorate uncomfortable consequences.

Conclusion

In summary, whether summoned after losing a game/matching one’s lipstick/red wine stains your cheeks do not necessarily equate frequent tipsy nights but reasons listed above should serve helpful pointers towards prevention/control measures toward cherished glowly looking perfect complexion sans roses.

So ignite their jealousy/envious stares gorgeously…Or use filters!!!

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