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bruiseor contusionVisible bluish or purplish mark beneath the surface of unbroken skin, indicating burst blood vessels in deeper tissue layers. Bruises are usually caused by a blow or pressure, but they may occur spontaneously in elderly persons. The yellowish hue that becomes visible as a bruise heals comes from the disintegration and gradual absorption of blood. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| The physical examination revealed no obvious joint effusion, ecchymosis, or edema. Bleeding from the nose or gum, purpura, petechiae, ecchymosis, and bullous lesions were not observed. The clinical triad of hypercalcemia, neck swelling, and ecchymosis has been described. |
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