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Does getting stitches cause bruising?

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Dr. Gary Tuma answered

Specializes in Facial Plastic Surgery

Bruising: Usually the original injury is what causes the bruising. Stitches can cause bruising as it is traumatic to the tissue.

Dr Dorsey agreed

Answered 1/15/2019

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