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Bruises (contusions)
Bruises are formed when an impact on the skin breaks capillaries and causes bleeding into skin tissue while the skin does not break. Bruises change color over time as the body begins to heal itself. In most cases, it takes a bruise about 2 weeks to repair itself.
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No absolutely not. A bruise is just the clotting of blood and it will get healed after a few days but will pain a lot there will not be any cause of infection.
What part of your body bruises the easiest?
Bruises are consequence of a contusion and its posterior inflammatory response. This inflammation is influenced by the amount of blood and fat surrounding the area of the contusion. In this case abdominal area and upper limbs have a tendency to bruises easier.
When dog scratches you it bruises instead of leaves a scratch mark?
It just happens sometimes that the skin doesn't break, but red blood cells get torn under the skin.That's what bruises are . Bleeding UNDER the skin.
You think probably to iodine.
I have a Bruise on my arm and im gettin tingling in my fingers?
i have the same thing... i hope we turn out ok!! i didnt go to the doctor but i will ask my mom about cuz shes smarter then me lol Hang in there!
Are contusion and blunt trauma the same?
A contusion is a bruise. Blunt trauma would likely refer to how the contusion how the bruise was caused.
I don't know what it is but i think it would be best you go see a doctor... quick!
Is it ok to whip a child with a switch and leave bruises on the buttocks only?
It is never okay to strike a child hard enough to leave bruises, welts, or cut skin. Leaving marks on a child can be considered child abuse, even if the marks were unintended. Just because it is on the buttocks only does not make it right to do. Perhaps think about using Time outs or take away toys, rather than hitting your child.
What can I do for a bruise that I have had for 3 weeks?
Go to a doctor and get it checked out and see what they think.
Is your lip supposed to turn black and blue after you get it pierced?
How fond of your lip are you?
You need to get rid of the piercing and get some antibiotics from your doctor and stop doing goofy stuff like that.
How do I treat or lessen the visual damage of a bruise?
You can get a gel at most drug stores called Arnica Gel. Massage the gel onto the bruise, when massaging the bruise, try to massage down. For example, if you have a bruise on your thigh, massage in a downward motion towards your feet. The results won't be instant but over the next few days, it will lessen in color and get smaller.
Hope this helps you
How do you smack your son and not get bruises?
I'm unsure if you are concerned about you getting bruises, or causing your son bruises. Obviously, any force against the skin CAN cause a bruise. If you want to avoid bruising, switch to a different disciplinary method. For example, time out or removing some desired toy.
When you sprain your wrist do bruises show up?
Sprains do not always cause bruises. Fractures typically cause bruising. But even the worst bruise does not define how bad (or not) the injury truly is.
Should you worry if you banged your head hard enough to have a contusion?
It depends on the severity of the contusion, which is another name for a bump or bruise. Head injuries can be extremely serious as your head is designed to (amongst other things) protect your brain. If the blow was serious enough, damage to the brain or vessels carrying blood to and from the brain could be damaged. This would usually be accompanied by other symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, blurred vision or loss of balance to name only a few. If the pain persists, or other symptoms develop, see a doctor immediately.
What is the word 'bruises' in Italian?
Lividi is an Italian equivalent of 'bruises'. It's a masculine gender noun that takes as its definite article 'i' ['the']. Its singular form is 'livido', with the definite article 'il' ['the'] and the indefinite article 'uno' ['a, one']. Both forms are pronounced 'LEE-vee-dee' and 'LEE-vee-doh', respectively.
What to do about a bad bruise from a fall bruise is on the upper right of the back?
phone a ambulance and go to a hospital to check it out
How do you know if a bruise is healing?
The bruise will eventually change colour over time, when it eventually turns yellowy or light green your bruise is nearly healed.
What was the importance of mayellas bruises?
Because her bruises indicate that the person who hit her hit her with their left hand. Tom Robinson's left arm is cripled. That means it couldn't of been him.
Please talk to your doctor.
No, it might make it go away faster, and feel better, but it won't go away right away. They still have to heal.
Acctually, it just makes it appear like it's gone. It does take time to heal but massaging it will make the bruise less prominate
Why does your mouse have bruises on its tail?
Bruises on a mouse tail can be caused by an injury, illness, or may be self-inflicted. Check the cage for any areas where the tail may get caught or be accessible to other pets, including cage mates, and small children. Observe the mouse for chewing. Make sure the mouse is handled gently and never by the tail. If no cause can be found and the bruising continues, have the mouse checked out by your vet.
