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I went to the hospital yesterday and they took blood. the skin is red and stinging and a bruise has spread across my arm. should i wait it out?
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Painful hematoma: Ice, elevation, decreased use, and minimal compression (ace wrap) should help improve your pain and bruising from a local hematoma. If symptoms do not improve in a day or two, seek medical evaluation.
Answered 3/25/2019
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Agree with Dr. D: If the bruise increases in size, it becomes more red, develops a discharge or it you get fever, see a doctor. Have a healthy diet, exercise 30 minutes/day, drink plenty of water, have safe sex, no tobacco alcohol weed or street drugs. For nutrition: http://www.choosemyplate.gov/. Get HPV vaccine
Answered 3/26/2019
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