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Have a slightly discoloured, bruise looking thing on my leg but it is not painful or itchy unless put under pressure. was a small boil, but it popped?

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Dr. Philip Miller answered

Blood: from the abscess rupture will cause bruising at the affected area. Hopefully ,this was not squeezed to pop pop open or self treated. The bruising will resolve in 5-7 days, depending on the size.

Dr Kuitems agreed

Answered 6/23/2019

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A member asked:

Have a slightly discoloured, bruise looking thing on my leg but it is not painful or itchy unless put under pressure. was a small boil, but it popped?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Philip Miller answered

Dr Kuitems agreed

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