Penn Herb Wellness Guide

Capillary Fragility

Also indexed as:Fragile Capillaries, Petechiae
Deal with delicate capillaries by uncovering the cause—bleeding beneath the skin may signal a serious condition. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
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Deal with delicate capillaries by uncovering the cause—bleeding beneath the skin may signal a serious condition. According to research or other evidence, the following self-care steps may be helpful.
  • Seek support from C

    Consult a knowledgeable healthcare provider to find out if you need to increase your vitamin C intake to prevent a deficiency associated with capillary fragility

  • Get to know proanthocyanidins

    Increase capillary strength by taking 150 mg a day of these powerful plant nutrients

  • Go for a checkup

    Visit your doctor to find out whether your capillary fragility is the result of a treatable medical problem

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