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Husband on eloquis. he slammed his trunk door against his arm above elbow and is complaining of pain. how do i know that he's not bleeding internally?
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Examination required: To look for swelling and range of movement. Usually turns out to be bad bruising but difficult without doctor assessment to reassure you re your question
Answered 8/8/2017
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If there is: bleeding there will (usually) be BRUISING which may not show up for 12-24 hours! To limit this ICE ELEVATE COMPRESSION! Hope this helps Dr Z
Answered 8/7/2017
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