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Could you get a bruise from sleeping on your arm at night and is it normal if the area is swollen a little?

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Dr. Abdus Khan answered

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No: It is unusual to have a bruise by simply sleeping on your arm. You need to get it checked out.

Dr Beck agreed

Answered 11/3/2016

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A member asked:

Could you get a bruise from sleeping on your arm at night and is it normal if the area is swollen a little?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Abdus Khan answered

Dr Beck agreed

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