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I have a bruise on my ankle how do i get rid of it fast?
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You can't: You could have doctor evaluate this to make sure it's a bruise.
Answered 3/7/2013
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Are you sure?: Do you recall an injury which could have caused a bruise? Are you taking Aspirin or blood thinners? It's smart to make sure it's just a simple bruise. If it is, it will resolve at its own pace. If appearance is an issue, applying some makeup might cover it enough to go unnoticed.
Answered 1/24/2020
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