Joel Schlessinger, MD

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Bruises develop when blood vessels under the skin rupture or tear. Blood then leaks into skin tissue and causes discoloration that appears black, blue, purple, red or yellow.

What is a bruise?

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Most often, bruises result from a bump or fall. The tendency to bruise easily is hereditary but can also worsen with age as skin thins. When skin becomes thin, it loses its protective fatty layer, which results in easier bruising.

What causes bruises?

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Most bruises are minor and will heal on their own. If a bruise is accompanied by severe swelling or pain, however, it may be a symptom of a more serious issue such as a sprain or a fracture.

What are the symptoms of bruises?

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If you are experiencing severe pain or swelling with your bruise, it is best to consult your physician. You should also see your doctor if you are have a fever or notice red streaks leading to the bruise as these may symptoms may be signs of an infection.

When should I see a doctor about bruises?

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While bruises typically heal on their own within two to four weeks, there are several ways to reduce healing time. Icing a bruise immediately will prevent or minimize any swelling that may occur. Resting and elevating the bruised area also helps to reduce swelling. There are also many products to help treat and improve the appearance of bruises.

How can I treat a bruise?

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Auriderm Clearing Gel contains 2% vitamin K oxide to decrease the severity of bruising and minimize discoloration. It also contains patented nanosome technology specially designed to mimic skin lipids and enhance the delivery of vitamin K oxide.

Auriderm Clearing Gel

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DerMend Moisturizing Bruise Formula helps improve the look of bruised skin. Ceramides repair the skin’s protective barrier while arnica oil restores suppleness to reduce the appearance of damage. Retinol, alpha hydroxy acids and niacinamide help to improve skin’s appearance and restore an even tone.

DerMend Moisturizing Bruise Formula

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This formula is a safe and effective way to reduce the look of bruises, spider veins and capillary redness. With its unique blend of botanicals including pycnogenol, horse chestnut, grape skin extract and witch hazel, derma e Clear Vein Crème also helps relieve minor skin irritation and reduce the pain and discomfort associated with these conditions.

derma e Clear Vein Crème

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This full-coverage foundation makeup uses a thick and creamy formula to hide the appearance of bruises, stretch marks, varicose veins, spider veins, scars and tattoos. Dermablend Professional Leg and Body Cover SPF 15 offers highly pigmented color to provide all-day coverage for even the darkest marks.

Dermablend Professional Leg and Body Cover SPF 15

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