Genderbruised or bruisegender is a gender that is sensitive and hurts like a bruise whenever explored. This can be caused by trauma, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, or other related neurodivergencies. Over time the “bruise” feeling can heal, but not always.
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History and Flag
The term was coined by Tumblr user q-enneth on February 2, 2018.[1]
The flag was created by Tumblr user lesbian-on-ice on April 21, 2018.[2] Each stripe represents the coloration of a bruise as it heals.