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Contusion (Bruise)

Description

Contusions are bruises, and develop when small blood vessels under the skin tear or rupture, most often from blunt injury or a crush injury. Blood leaks into tissues under the skin and causes the black-and-blue color.

Symptoms

Symptoms

Pain, swelling, bluish discoloration, tenderness.

Tests

Tests

A history and physical exam will be performed. X-rays are used to rule out underlying fractures. When appropriate compartment pressures are measured to rule out compartment syndrome.

Standard Workup
  • X-Ray
Treatment

Treatment

Treatment includes: ruling out other injuries, elevating and icing to reduce swelling, and immobilization with a splint to speed healing.

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@HardyDiva13 as far as I know it did, they just said it was a deep contusion which I didn't believe. That sucks about your elbow and arm

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ESPN MLB - Phils P J.A. Happ suffered leg contusion after being hit by line drive in 7th inning of Game 2 NLDS

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