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  2. Here’s Why You Bruise So Easily, According to a Doctor - AOL

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    Long-term steroid use, on the other hand, causes thinning of the skin, making it more susceptible to bruising. That same logic applies to older folks’ tendency to bruise like a peach.

  3. Bruise - Wikipedia

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    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. Bruises which do not blanch under pressure can involve capillaries at the level of skin, subcutaneous tissue, muscle, or bone ...

  4. Soft tissue injury - Wikipedia

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    A contusion is the discoloration of the skin, which results from underlying muscle fibers and connective tissue being crushed. This can happen in a variety of ways such as a direct blow to the skin, or a fall taken against a hard surface. The discoloration in the skin is present when blood begins to pool around the injury.

  5. Immune thrombocytopenic purpura - Wikipedia

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    [1] [2] ITP often results in an increased risk of bleeding from mucosal surfaces (such as the nose or gums) or the skin (causing purpura and bruises). [1] Depending on which age group is affected, ITP causes two distinct clinical syndromes : an acute form observed in children and a chronic form in adults.

  6. Bleeding diathesis - Wikipedia

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    Coagulopathy can be caused by thinning of the skin (Cushing's syndrome), such that the skin is weakened and is bruised easily and frequently without any trauma or injury to the body. [2] Also, coagulopathy can be contributed by impaired wound healing or impaired clot formation.

  7. This Chronic Skin Condition Is A Common Cause Of Dark ... - AOL

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    In short, melasma is a chronic skin condition that appears as darkened areas on the face due to an overproduction of melanin, says Gina Charles, MO, a family physician specializing in skincare. It ...

  8. Metatarsalgia - Wikipedia

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    Metatarsalgia, literally 'metatarsal pain' and colloquially known as a stone bruise, is any painful foot condition affecting the metatarsal region of the foot. This is a common problem that can affect the joints and bones of the metatarsals.

  9. Why some people intentionally cut, burn or bruise themselves

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    Every year, hundreds of thousands of people visit an emergency department due to self-inflicted injuries. Experts explain the psychology behind and treatment options for self-harm.