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I am a 69 years old female. i sprained my ankle 2 weeks ago. the bruise in my foot dissipated and the bruise is spreading up the calf. i take blood thinners. what should ido?
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Don't worry: Dont worry. Bruises can look very ugly as they dissipate. Take some vitamin c and consider rubbing arnica oil or taking homeopathic arnica. But see you doctor to get it looked at just to be safe.
Answered 4/7/2018
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Ecchymosis: You probably have also strained your leg and the bruises are more prominent given you are taking a blood thinner. Time and ice should suffice.
Answered 4/7/2018
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Not uncommon: It's not uncommon to have significant bruising after a severe ankle sprain. This bruising is usually more severe and prolonged when a patient is on a blood thinner. This problem usually resolves with time.
Answered 4/7/2018
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