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Discover what causes bruises and explore various types of bruises. Learn effective bruise treatment options and how to get rid of a bruise fast.
Bruises form a mark on your skin that ranges in color from black, blue, purple, brown or yellow. Your body’s blood cells repair damaged blood vessels to help you heal.
Bruises occur when something damages small blood vessels in the skin. Bruises typically change color as they heal, at first appearing red, purple, or darker than the surrounding skin.
Bruises (contusions, ecchymoses) develop when small blood vessels break. Find out how long it takes for a bruise to go away and why some people bruise easily.
Most bruises occur close enough to the epidermis such that the bleeding causes a visible discoloration. The bruise then remains visible until the blood is either absorbed by tissues or cleared by immune system action.
How do bruises work? When is a bruise serious? Bruises are painful, colorful marks under the skin that appear after an injury, or after taking certain medications. Learn about treatments for bruises, and what to do if bruises last a long time. Find out when you should call a doctor about bruises.
Most bruises form when small blood vessels, called capillaries, near the skin's surface are broken by the impact of a blow or injury. This often happens on the arms or legs.
Learn how bruises (ecchymosis) form, their causes, stages, symptoms, and how to speed up healing safely, when a bruise may indicate a serious issue.