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Medical Conditions - Subcutaneous Bleeding

Subcutaneous bleeding is the contusions and bruising developed on the skin. It often occurs due to trauma or injuries on the superficial blood vessels of the skin. People taking anticoagulant medication usually develop subcutaneous bleeding. It is managed by applying an icepack on the affected area, keeping the injured area elevated, and applying pressure to the bleeding areas.

All subcutaneous bleeding Q&A

What is a blood blister and how can it be treated?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I saw your picture (attachment removed to protect patient identity). It is called pyogenic granuloma which is a lobular capillary hemangioma.

How to get rid of reddish-brown spots on the palms and under the fingernails?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Had these lesions appeared after some heavy manual work? They look like old hemorrhagic marks. Following some event, there might have been a mild bleed under the skin.

Post plateletpheresis,my hand is turning bluish black.Please help me.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on your query and image (attachment removed to protect patient identity), my opinion is as follows: It appears to be previous subcutaneous bleeding.

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