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Bp readings were taken from my lower forearm. as the cuff inflated, i noticed bruising on my upper forearm. i thought it'd go away but it didn't. why?
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Bruised veins: It will go away in 2 weeks high and long cuff inflation can cause bruising are you taking Aspirin , blood thinner , steroids or high dose of vit.C all there can exacerbate the brusing.
Answered 6/24/2014
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