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Will a sprained finger bruise?
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bruise: Usually, but not always. Depends on whether bleeding has occurred.
Answered 1/17/2017
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Not necessarily: A bruise usually appears from torn blood vessels. If you have had a mild sprain, there may be pain and swelling without any bruising
Answered 10/31/2016
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