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Why does a bruise show up on my foot if i got hit on my shin?
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Gravity: It it simple. When we have an injury, we develop internal bleeding which causes a bruise in the skin. Gravity draws that internal bleeding downward. That's why it is showing up in your foot.
Answered 3/24/2017
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Gravity.: A bruise is a leakage of blood under the skin. Gravity takes it "downhill". From the calf or shin, you'll see it settle in the foot and ankle area.
Answered 12/28/2013
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