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A member asked:

There is a small pool of blood under my skin. should i cut it open and let the blood out? no pain. just blood.

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Blood: Do not cut your skin to release the blood. The body will resorb it over time. If there is a great amount of blood present, consult your doctor about removing the blood under sterile conditions.

Dr Fisher agreed

Answered 7/23/2015

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