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I was walking up stairs then suddenly i tripped and got a bruise on my cheek bone and my left shoulder. any help?
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Cheek, shoulder pain: just put ice on the areas 20 mins every hour. Take some Motrin for the pain. If everything moves fine you are likely OK.good luck and feel better!
Answered 10/27/2015
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Bruises: Bruises are best treated conservatively. To contain the spread and overall size, try icing the area. That will also help with swelling. Unfortunately, a bruise otherwise just takes time to get better. The purplish color will slowly turn to a greenish color which will fade to yellow and then disappear.
Answered 4/12/2018
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