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GlossaryBruising (Ecchymosis)

small blood vessels break, causing skin discoloration from leaked blood

Bruising, also known as a contusion, occurs when small blood vessels under the skin break due to trauma, causing blood to leak into the surrounding tissues. This results in a visible discoloration that can range from blue or purple to green or yellow as the body reabsorbs the blood and the bruise heals.

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research Skin Fragility, Diffuse Ecchymosis, and Blisters on a Yellowish Waxy Base

April 2016 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

A woman's skin symptoms led to a diagnosis of systemic AL amyloidosis, but she died from sepsis shortly after.

Correction of Wrinkles, Peau d’Orange, and Thin Dermis of the Face by Neocollagenesis Using Novel Collagen Stimulating Slurry Protocol

research Correction of Wrinkles, Peau d’Orange, and Thin Dermis of the Face by Neocollagenesis Using Novel Collagen Stimulating Slurry Protocol

3 citations, June 2017 in “Aesthetic plastic surgery”

The new facial treatment improved wrinkles and skin thickness, with most patients seeing results within a month, despite some temporary swelling and bruising.

research Micropigmentation

January 2023 in “Indian Dermatology Online Journal”

Micropigmentation is a cosmetic tattooing technique for hiding skin issues and creating permanent makeup, but it can have side effects.

research Long-Term Glucocorticoid Use and The Skin

June 2016 in “Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases”

Long-term glucocorticoid use can cause skin problems like easy bruising and poor wound healing, especially at higher doses.

research Accident by a Rare Wild Animal with Skin Injury

May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology”

A woman was injured by a hedgehog falling on her, causing skin lesions but no disease.

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