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I have bruising on my sternum mostly left side costochondral joints where i had a deep lipoma removed. bruising came after 24 mo later after adjustment. bruise has not left in over 12 mo. cause?

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Dr. Eddie Cheng answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Bruising of sternum: The removal of lipoma 24 months ago may have nothing to do with your bruising at this time. Nothing to worry as it is likely to improve in a week with no treatment.

Answered 5/9/2014

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Chronic bruise: A bruise present that long is best explained as similar to a tattoo. With the adjustment perhaps you had some bruising or bleeding into the scar and area. Blood got into part of skin with little blood supply and hemoglobin left behind leaving a discoloration or tattoo

Answered 5/1/2015

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