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Because a shot (injection) goes a tiny bit deeper than forces that cause a regular bruise, the bruising may be lower in the skin layers. A regular bruise can take about 7-10 days. One around an injection site might take 7-14 days.

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Q: How long does the pain from a cortisone shot take to stop hurting?
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