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Are there good ways to get a bruise on your shin to heal?
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Natural Process: With injury to our tissues, inflammation (red, hot, swelling, tenderness) occurs. There is leakage of blood from damaged capillaries and veins which collects under the skin and causes the purple blue coloring we call a bruise. Over time, damaged tissues heal and blood collections are reabsorbed slowly causing the wide array of colors in the area. Protect the area to promote fastest healing.
Answered 6/21/2018
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