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Please advise if it's normal for a broken ankle to turn purple while showering?
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Yes: The heat from the water will increase blood flow to the area and make the bruise look a darker purple.
Answered 3/26/2014
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YES: Intensity of coloring increases to the heat causing vasodilation of the blood vessels.
Answered 3/26/2014
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